MATT'S FISHING OFFERS PROFESSIONAL GUIDED MUSKY FISHING TRIPS ON LAKE MILLE LACS. The monster muskie has not yet been verified as a state record by the IGFA, but it stands to beat the current state record of 54 pounds, which was set in 1957 on Lake Winnibigoshish. last Monday, Nov. 25, he finally landed his first, a 56½ inch, 51-pound monster with a girth of 27 inches. Yellow perches are typically yellow or gold with 6 – 8 green stripes on their sides. I took a couple of trips out this week on Tues and Wed. 17″ diameter P-Line braid (65 lb) on my Okuma Cold Water 203D line counter reel. 25-inch muskies, which were caught on Lake Vermilion in 2019 and 2021. Muskies, too. 44 inch pike don’t grow on trees. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskie on Lake Mille Lacs the night of Nov. Fall (mid September- ice up) Fall Mille Lacs walleyes, can provide some of the best fishing of the season. 5-inch range, including a monster 56 X 29 in the fall of 2012. . Old reliables such as ned rigs and swimsuits have been working well, but techniques such as jerbaits, spy baits, and Alabama/Minnesota rigs, have been excellent too. Putting together some rods and just wondering if you guys. Based on my experience, the LVS 34 has noticeably better separation. December 16, 2022 at 6:08 pm #2167225. The Minnesota DNR on Monday said it has certified the massive, 58. Oct. Muskie Lures. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified a 55-pound, 14-ounce muskellunge caught last month on Mille Lacs Lake as a new state record for muskie weight. Though I spend 99% of my time on the water fihing for eyes, I, for an occasional change of pace, also like to hunt. Whether you’re after walleye, bass, muskie, northern pike, or jumbo perch, a network of Mille Lacs guide service captains around the lake work together to advise where the fish are. , hold potential state-record muskie shortly after Sprengeler caught it around 9 p. So far, no gel. Page 12, objective 3c discusses the muskie portion. 71 pounds and the Crawford formula put it at 51. Mille lacs this week? Dead 73" Muskie ; Opinions Needed: Ford Explorer – Yes or No? Walleyes on Tip Ups; Burbot; dinner; 27″ walleye; Latest from the community. Royal's largest muskie on the lake was 50 1/2 inches. 9, two 20-something anglers from Iowa had been casting on Mille Lacs less than half an hour with Hamernick when one of them, Ryan Becker, hooked into a muskie that would measure 57¾. But a major die-off occurred in 2001 and again in 2006, "and we probably would have had another this year, if there were any. give or take a few. #'s as well as the big girls that haven't been beat to death yet. to 10 p. Tauchen noticed they contained feathers. The daily limit is 20 fish and the possession limit is 40. June 17, 2020 at 10:07 am #1950714. 0. Unlike recent years, there is no planned closure to walleye fishing or ban on using live bait during the first two weeks in July. Looking to upgrade my main unit so I won’t need this unit. Posts: 329. The. Nov. On opening weekend, fishing will be allowed 24 hours a day. The goal is to catch a muskie in the 50-pound class, a memorable fish that would make freezing fingers and iced-up rod guides worth the effort. Muskie Fishing-> Fishing Reports and Destinations-> Mille Lacs . 8 ounces. Big Pike, Muskie Fishing. Connor Lingwall, of Blaine, caught and released a 55-inch, 43-pound muskie while fishing. Where taken: Mille Lacs. All houses are carpeted and are equipped with propane heaters and lights, bunks with covered foam mattresses, tables with chairs and rattle reels, and cooking features. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskie on Lake Mille Lacs the night of Nov. Mille Lacs Lake is located approximately 80 miles north of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Last week we had a decent cold front push through bringing with it a stiff northwest. Among hard-core musky fishermen, it is now a commonly held belief that the next state record will come from Mille Lacs. According to the agency, the 58 1/4-inch-long fish was caught on June 11, 2022, on Mille Lacs Lake. Mn Muskie Tourtnament Trail Qualifier – Lake Vermillion, MN July 20, 2007. by Bass Pundit ; Any Suggestions This Weekend? posted by Brewer on October 19, 2023 at 3:21 pm. The water temps on Mille Lacs after they got north winds today are 72-74'. Dutchboy, Sorry I didn’t see your post here until now. MINNEAPOLIS (AP/WCCO) — A Minnesota man rushing to sneak in a final fishing expedition before the freeze on one of the state's largest lakes appears to have. com)Watch 8 year old David Jacobson and his Dad Erik do battle with a giant 50 pound plus Mille Lacs Lake. It was not accurately measured or weighed. So much has changed since 1946 when life was simpler. 22. 6) Lack of forage. The previous record was a tie for 57. . IDO » Community » Forums » Fishing Forums » Minnesota Lakes & Rivers » Mille Lacs Lake » Mille Lacs – – Map. 33; 2 weeks, 2 days ago. Participant. Here, MWO contributor and Mille Lacs fishing guide Tony Roach tells us how to catch the monster smallmouths that have put the lake “on. 22, on Lake Mille Lacs. Participant. 8 ounces. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskie that tipped the scales at 55 pounds, 14. Mille Lacs fishing. posted by lindyrig79 on March 2, 2023 at 3:18 pm. The most productive muskie waters have been the Delaware River, Greenwood Lake, Monksville Reservoir and Echo Lake Reservoir. Croix’s customer service lately? I recently ordered some rods and received half my order with the other half being listed as backordered. Dead 73" Muskie ; Time for a new bow. Eric Bakke, of Princeton, says he caught the fish while trolling with a footlong muskie lure. Which is probably why catch rates for muskies dropped to an all-time low in 2008 and were almost that low again in 2012. Topics include how to find and catch fish on Mille Lacs Lake right now. S. outside the Bay in 19' of water trolling a shad rap for some walleyes to kill some time and lo and behold he boated 2 muskies. Monster Muskies – Big Northern Pike – or Fat Football Small Mouth – Especially on those tough bite days when many anglers struggle. Lake Vermilion in the northwoods near Tower has the benefit of a tremendous muskie population and few anglers chasing them. Forest Lake / Lake Mille Lacs. 25-inch muskies, which were caught on Lake Vermilion. Big bright rattle spoons are best at this time. According to the agency, the 58 1/4-inch-long fish was caught on June 11, 2022, on Mille Lacs Lake. June 14, 2021 at 5:21 pm #2042713. November 30, 2021 at 10:44 am #2077651. 25 inches, which was caught in Hayward, Wisconsin in 1949. 48; 8 months, 1 week ago. Paul. Willing to meet within 30 miles or so of La Crosse. 22, on Lake Mille Lacs. Since 2000, the Mille Lacs muskie stocking program has continued every other year with releases of 3,000 fingerlings (nearly a foot long) at a time. Many of Royal's clients look at them as a bonus fish. If you are looking for a true giant muskie, make sure you head that way once the weather turns cold. For many years in a row back in the 2000s, when there was a steady muskie tournament circuit on the lake, Jason and his partner would win them. The Dominoes are falling…. m. The maximum documented length is 72. Mille lacs this week? Beaver Bait Beavers ; 2023 Wolves ; Cool sunset ; Is IDO hard to connect? LiveScope models ; Dead 73" Muskie ; Opinions Needed: Ford Explorer – Yes or No? Public land hunters ; Free Chest Freezer (needs work) Go Pack Go! Twins Hot Stove 2024 ; Anyone still fishing? Someone Has to Do It: Ice PredictionsHe stated that, in an effort to revitalize the walleye fishery on Mille Lacs he believes that opening spearing on the lake " makes sense". The state record for a muskie is 56. Ask for Dave Bentley, a celebrated Mille Lacs muskie guide, and you'll soon learn what's popping and where. On Monday, November 22, Nolan Sprengeler caught what he calls “the queen”—a 55-pound, 14. Favorite Musky Lures. Central Mn. 1982-1987: MDNR stocks Wisconsin-source fish in many waters, including Mille Lacs during 1984-1987, as Leech Lake fish grow and mature in broodstock lakes. Posts: 4484. The tullibee population, susceptible to warm water, has dropped dramatically in recent years. Skeeter WX1910. An avid muskie fisherman, Sprengeler tries to fish Mille Lacs in fall until the lake freezes, or at least until it is impenetrable by boat. The average muskellunge is between 30-40 inches long and weighs in at 10-20. Tough for them to recover, higher mortality rates, doesn’t really go very well with the cpr mentality. Northern pike are aggressive and readily strike most popular muskie lures. 2005Just got done with 3 1/2 days on the pond and only a few lazy follows for us. 25-inch monster caught on Mille Lacs Lake by Eric Bakke of. Detailed fishing report for mid July '22 on Mille Lacs Lake. Mille Lacs – – Map. Night Closures : While Pike and muskie fishing is allowed overnight, night closures – from 10pm to 6am and – are in effect for other species on Mille Lacs. Providing more than 130,000 acres of angling adventures, Mille Lacs Lake is Minnesota’s second largest inland lake. Mn Muskie Tournament Trail Qualifier – Metro Area Lakes, MN June 9, 2007. The Lake Mille Lacs area is a popular travel destination of many families and fishermen of the Midwest, a huge body of water with over 132,000 acres to explore and loads of structure Lake Mille Lacs is a hot spot for both Walleye and Muskie fishermen but has a variety of other species like Bass, Jumbo Perch, Tullibee and Panfish. The muskellunge he caught on Nov. The Circle had been modified to fit the bucket that was there. Unlike recent years, there is no planned closure to walleye fishing or ban on using live bait during the first two weeks in July. Check out this massive muskie that was caught recently on Lake Mille Lacs! Here’s a giant from @nolan_sprengeler on Mille Lacs coming in at 56. 75 inches in length with a 29-inch girth, and. A Minnesota angler's whopper of a muskie has officially been confirmed as a state record. Mille Lacs Lake Fishing Report 7/11/2023. The world-record fly-rod muskie was caught on Mille Lacs. Posts: 121. 8 ounces. Participant. 1982-1987: MDNR stocks Wisconsin-source fish in many waters, including Mille Lacs during 1984-1987, as Leech Lake fish grow and mature in broodstock lakes. We fished The Tundra, The Graveyard, Wahkon Bay, and Vineland Bay. com - The #1 source in all of muskie fishing. Mille Lacs Lake (also called Lake Mille Lacs or Mille Lacs) is a large but shallow lake in the U. Mille Lacs is known as a big muskie fishery. ” “Historically, big tullibee die-offs occurred on Mille Lacs every 10 years or so, and then the populations would rebound. Mille Lacs Lake (eastside), Mn. Sprengler’s fish was an impressive 57 3/4 inches long with a huge 29 inch girth and weighed an amazing 55 pounds 14. Muskie Discussion Forums. This will be my 19th year with a park model there. October 31, 2022 4:11 PM Eric Bakke of Princeton, Minn. Matt will be in touch with you soon. The sun has now set and the ice is unbroken. Dead 73" Muskie ; NFL General Discussion 2023 ; Current State – MN Deer Management ; Opinions Needed: Ford Explorer – Yes or No? UAW contract…. Nolan Sprengeler’s 55-pound, 14-ounce muskie, caught on a frigid night Nov. Give The Red Door Resort a call at 218-678-3686 to book. I would like to put 0. Nov 22, 2023 - Entire cabin for $3427. Burbot (Eelpout): All burbot must be immediately released. An exception to this rule — a blue-black specimen — was caught in Mille Lacs Lake in 2015. It was supposedly 56″ long. Also, 73% of fish 45-49 inches long (when caught or found. DNR fisheries biologist Steve Mero said Tuesday that the fish could be 18 or 25 years old. The Minnesota Department of Natural. September 1 is the beginning of the fall transition time. Inactive. Im planning on walking out of north garrison public access, staying friday overnight in my popup on west myr mar reef, and walking out to myr mar flats saturday. Message Subject: Mille Lacs: 50"Fever: Posted 9/22/2022 11:33 AM (#1012058) Subject: Mille Lacs: Posts: 24: I may. 25—The 64-year reign of one of Minnesota's most storied fishing records appears to have come to an end on a chilly night this week. 1 smallmouth fishery. I don't claim to be an expert by any means but I would think that if the WI fish were originally stocked from 84-87 and measured from 2000-2005 putting them at a. 25-inch fish caught by Eric Bakke as a state catch-and-release record muskie. Nolan Sprengeler’s 55-pound, 14-ounce muskie, caught on a frigid night Nov. 28; 8 months, 2 weeks ago. Since weedbeds are muskie magnets throughout most of the fishing season, thicker cabbage beds are a logical first place to begin the search. I want to know an estimated time for delivery so I’ve been trying to get in touch with them. The previous record was a tie for 57. 1. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskellunge weighing 55 pounds and 14. Walleye fishing is holding it's own, with daytime fish coming on. Yes, Mille Lacs Lake is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. That fish is probably still swimming and waiting to be caught again and become the new state record. The previous Minnesota record for heaviest muskie, 54 pounds, was. December 15, 2019 at 5:53 pm #1898218. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has certified the state catch-and-release record muskie, a 58. Shallow sand and weed edges can be great at this time, and will continue to hold fish for at least the coming week. Once it gets to 40 degrees the tullibees will be about to spawn and I would just be targeting the rocky areas because the muskies will not be far. Walleye-seekers on Lake Mille Lacs will be granted a one-fish bag limit throughout the summer under expanded harvest opportunities made possible by an improving walleye population, the. Mille Lacs Area Tourism Council. May 11 to December 1. Lake Mille Lacs Guide Service’s Experience. Posted 10/18/2010 4:21 PM (#463700) Subject: Fall on Mille Lacs. Above: Benjamin Knutson caught the longest muskie, 56. 875 inches caught in Pelican Lake in 2016 and the state record for muskie using a fly rod measured 57 inches, caught in Mille Lacs Lake in 2015. In the summer, Mille Lacs is one of the state’s most popular fishing lakes, and that party continues all the way through winter, when locals pack the frozen surface with countless ice fishing huts. Minnesota/Wisconsin Mississippi River. Mille Lacs lake muskies are notorious for pulling a Houdini act during much of the day, making the saying, “The night time is the right time,” even more true. Bath closet. May 13, 2023 at 4:23 am #2202364. The south east part of the lake is full of rock piles and reefs that hold fish year around. December 18, 2022 at 4:11 pm #2167616. One difference between the two casinos is that the Grand Casino Mille Lacs is also home to a poker room, so it might make for a better destination if Texas Hold ‘Em is more your. Forums | Calendars | Albums | Quotes | Language | Blogs: Search | Statistics | User Listing: You are logged in as a guest. 82 seconds) 0-49mph in 20. This is how Mille Lacs produces when the weather turns cold. The Mille Lacs Fisheries Advisory Committee met Sept. Although I do not own there, Sherwood Forest is right across 169 from where my place is. To join you must be a registered site member and request group membership. Bakke was trolling with a footlong muskie. Posts: 73. It was caught on Mille Lacs Lake in June, 2022. where are the. New to Mille lacs wondering how this plan sounds? Don’t mind walking, have a good pulling harness and in shape. And then add the overall resistance and at times outrage that muskies were. Posts: 4569. 8 ounces. Opener Reports Mille Lacs and surrounding area. 6 a. And, though Minnesota’s temperatures range from triple digits to sub-zero, fishing is in commision all year round! When the summer sun is shining, rent a fishing boat or set sail on a. The average northern pike in lake mille lakes measures at about 20 to 26 inches but larger sizes have been caught. Courtesy of Eric Bakke. 22, Nolan Sprengeler went on the last fishing trip of this season with friends Kevin Kray and. Even 2-d sonar can be difficult to find walleyes with their bellies on the bottom. As noted in my first post, it MUST be documented at least as well as was done on the "Mille Lacs Queen". 2023/2024 NHL/WILD Offseason-Season-Postseason Thread ; Christmas ; Electric jacks ; pop up ; 2023 Live From The Tree ;Illinois. The current record, 54 pounds, was set at Lake Winnibigoshish in 1957. Twin Pines Resort, located directly on the northern shore of Mille Lacs Lake in Garrison, has 35 deluxe ice houses that can accommodate 2 to 14 persons. S. The lake provides the suitable habitat and room to grow record muskies. Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass:. The previous Minnesota record of 54 pounds was set in 1957 on Lake. Plymouth angler's Mille Lacs muskie breaks state record: 'What an incredible fish' Plymouth angler catches 55-pound, 14-ounce monster and topples a. The state record is 34 pounds and the world record is 51 pounds, but Gallagher said he. Bakke and Blood go about measuring and documenting the record muskie. Posts: 604. Mille Lacs Lake is Minnesota's second largest body of water at 132,000 acres. Posts: 59778. m. Location: Elk River,MN. There is nothing illegal with targeting perch smallmouth muskie pike or other panfish as long as the respected species is open. This lake doesn’t have a long muskie history like some of the others on the list and, it’s a little on the small side for a top-end trophy muskie water. The secret is out; and Mille Lacs Lake is the destination in Minnesota for fishing. Mille Lacs muskie would best state record by nearly two pounds. 0. Hey,. to a small Platte/Sullivan area lake. matttreno@hotmail. State/Province: Minnesota. Not to hijack your thread but what do people think a reasonable price is for an 8 hour guide trip for 2 guys walleye fishing. Lagoona Guide Service's current fishing report for Mille Lacs Lake and Big Stone Lake. m. The current. Posts: 4484. Tyler Schlabsz. Garrison MN-Mille Lacs. 8-ounce muskie brought up out of Mille Lacs Lake. Forums | Calendars | Albums | Quotes | Language | Blogs: Search | Statistics | User Listing: You are logged in as a guest. Dead 73" Muskie ; Opinions Needed: Ford Explorer – Yes or No?. 25-inch fish was caught back on June 11th on Mille Lacs Lake. 5 inches, of his career this fall on a Musky Innovations Bull Dawg. Participant. The fish beats the state record — set nearly 60 years ago — by at least five pounds. Resides on the North Shores of Mille Lacs--guiding on Farm Island these days. September 2017. It took until Tuesday for Sprengeler to get the fish weighed on a certified scale, which he was able to do at a UPS store in Golden Valley. The night closures are from 10pm to 6am from Monday, May 15, 2023 to Thursday, August 31, 2023; and from. 10, 1949. Might want to list a price. For muskies, the world records for length and weight are held by two different fish. Stark MN. MATT'S FISHING OFFERS PROFESSIONAL GUIDED MUSKY FISHING TRIPS ON LAKE MILLE LACS. Dead 73" Muskie ; Opinions Needed: Ford Explorer – Yes or No? Public land hunters ; Free Chest Freezer (needs work) Walleyes. He added that he released the fish after capturing it. In 2011, Charlie Gallagher caught and released a tiger muskie (muskie and northern pike hybrid) in Minnesota that would have rivaled the current world record. I know some die hard Muskie spin guys that do great on the city lakes casting from shore. I guide at Castaway's Resort and Fisher's Resort in Malmo Minnesota on Malmo Bay located 15 miles norMuskellunge: The muskie season closes Wednesday, November 30, 2022 and will reopen in early June 2023. Many avid muskie anglers are worried about the age and overall health of Mille Lac's muskellunge population, though. to 10 p. Nolan. We will try some of them this weekend, but late February and March I fish these areas the most looking for bug hatches that are drawing in the fish. His state-record catch measured half an inch shorter than Bakke’s fish, but it was five inches girthier and much heavier. August 14, 2021 at 3:54 pm #2054655. Mille Lacs is one of the best Muskie lakes in Minnesota. Thanks for posting this. The main house, called Mille Fleurs, was bought in 2014 and registered under a local country club to shield the identity of the owner. Many resorts having cabins sold of as condo type shared access. Mille Lacs is known to harbor muskies of astronomical proportions. The team knew this fish was unusually large-even for a muskie. to 10 p. Viewing 4 posts - 1 through 4 (of 4 total)Subject: Re: Mille Lacs Giant: Posts: 554: Hell yeah! Tullibee muncher! Big congrats! Edited by Musky Face 11/7/2019 7:12 PM: 14ledo81: Posted. to 6 a. 2014 ice haven with electric jacks. 8 ounces. Lake Mille Lacs has world class bass, northern pike and muskie fishing (e. The previous Minnesota record of 54 pounds was set in 1957 on. big_g. 8 ounces. What are the best boat ramps to launch a large glass boat safely on Mille Lacs? Particularly west side and south side. ”This fish was caught on Mille Lacs Lake during the 2014 Professional Musky Tournament Trail Qualifier. Lake Mille Lacs in central Minnesota can create the best family vacations, on or off the water. 8 ounces. January 27, 2017 at 12:08 pm #1669153. DT. Will hold any brand for electronics or the live scope set-up. In 2015,. Photo from Muskie Guide, Steve Scepaniak who received it from a client of his. It is located in the counties of Mille Lacs, Aitkin, and Crow Wing, roughly 75 miles north of the Minneapolis-St. 1. Both States have data that will show the walleye limit “could” be higher. Good Luck Fishing! Ryan Kelly. If a fish over 50 pounds or 55 inches is your goal, Mille Lacs is your place. May 13, 2023 at 12:09 pm #2202394. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskellunge weighing 55 pounds and 14. The monster muskie has not yet been verified as a state record by the IGFA, but it stands to beat the current state record of 54 pounds, which was set in 1957 on Lake Winnibigoshish. New to fishing muskies after catching my first one last year I’m hooked and just want to catch another one. Garrison MN-Mille Lacs. I just learned that Phil’s Myr Mar will be closing the bar/restaurant in a couple weeks for good. 8 ounces in November. The biggest muskellunge ever caught was 68 pounds and 631⁄2 inches long. Central Minnesota’s Mille Lacs Lake is a true multi-species gem, featuring walleyes, smallmouth bass and muskies. The previous record was a tie for 57. According to Borovsky’s data in 2006 alone, the DNR creel census reported there were 80 muskies harvested that had an average of an astonishing 36 pounds each. It has a great North Woods cabin feel with 5-star quality and space for family reunions, gatherings, and more! The vacation rental features 9 bedrooms, a guest suite, a huge loft, 2 added sleeping spaces, 6 bathrooms, a sauna, and a snack bar. for all. Posts: 4484. jpeg. Well yes when compared to most other lakes choked full of hammer handles,. 73" Muskie washed up on the shore of Lake Mille Lacs. 2006. 22 on Lake Mille Lacs, has been officially certified as the state record, the Department of Natural Resources annou… North of Alexandria, Lake Miltona has a reputation for churning out big fish, though Lake Mille Lacs may be the state’s muskie-fishing crown jewel. 42099 State Highway 47. Monster muskie found on Mille Lacs exceeds state record By Tony Kennedy Star Tribune June 28, 2017 — 6:25am . The daily limit is 20 fish and the possession limit is 40. — You hear it all the time about Mille Lacs: if you go there in November before the water turns to ice, the fish gods reward you with big walleyes. Yamaha F200, Reliance 14 1/4 x 18p. The muskie tipped the scales at 55 pounds, 14. Nolan Sprengeler landed a 55-pound, 14-ounce muskellunge on Lake Mille Lacs on Monday. Nolan Sprengeler, left, of Plymouth, Minn. Widely known as the best big muskie lake in Minnesota, Mille Lacs also holds claim to many state record class fish and even a world fly record. To mix it up, I run a jointed bait like a jointed Legend Perch Bait. MILLE LACS LAKE, Minn. ; A Risky Day is not a direct prediction of precipitation (Rain/Snow) but instead a. The MN DNR is taking public input regarding the future management of Mille Lacs Lake (including muskie management) through April 2nd, 2021. Isle, MN 56342. This. The lake provides the suitable habitat and room to grow record muskies. The pre-spawn window on this body of water (opening fishing through Memorial Weekend), can provide some of the best smallmouth fishing of the year. They all also have landings. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced the new record Monday afternoon. Thinking of chasing some big pike and/or muskie a little more. MDNR stocks Wisconsin-source fish in many waters, including almost 14,000 fish in Mille Lacs from 1984 through 1987, as. It is most likely going to be the home of the next Minnesota state record. I was fishing shore on the SW side of Mille Lacs, and conditions told me it should be a good night. I think you may be asking more than it is reasonably capable of for many users to identify. Please use extreme caution when traveling anywhere across country on Mille Lacs as there are many areas still with 4” or. Sprengeler caught the fish in Lake Mille Lacs around 9 p. 22 catch of a 55-pound, 14. 5 inches. The latest news on what fishing techniques are working best on Mille Lacs Lake for smallmouth bass, walleye, and muskie. How to catch fish. On Nov. Not right on top of each other but spread. Nolan Sprengeler, of Plymouth, landed a muskie on Lake Mille Lacs Monday night that tipped the scales at 55 pounds, 14. Any suggestions would be so appreciated!John is also excited for the upcoming muskie and trophy northern pike trips and provides a quick summary of current conditions in his video below. There should be fish deep (15-25ft), shallow (3-10ft), and in between. Muskies on mille lacs????? micah-witham. The winter angling season is open through March 26, 2017. for all species. Nolan Sprengeler of Plymouth landed a muskie on Lake Mille Lacs the night of Nov. Sioux City IA. The lake is abundant in walleye, northern pike, muskie, and smallmouth bass. Fast action and big fish attract anglers from around the country at this time. (57-1/4 inches), but the muskie he landed, “after a quick. It seems to me, that the water temperature has been holding in the mid 50's. Officially, the state-record muskie was landed in 1957 on Lake. LAKE VERMILION. 8 ounces, Sprengler’s muskie was big enough to. The previous Minnesota record of 54 pounds was set in 1957 on. The state record 54-pound, 56-inch muskie does not seem so distant now. Muskie) Gene Miller. Set up in 8 feet of water when I saw a bunch of sunfish on the camera. What a. Tauchen noticed they contained feathers. And two of the five muskies were 55 inches! Here is a 51-1/2-inch muskie caught by Ted Takasaki on the rock reefs of Mille Lacs in August. Stocking efforts have dropped off almost entirely for this. Else just get 16-17′ and enjoy. “On November 22nd I set out on the last trip of my season with Kevin Kray and Zack Skoglund to chase the queen,” Sprengeler begins in his post.