Fish in the Lake
Walleye
Good to know:
- Season: 5/9/26 - 2/28/27
- Limit: 4
- The lake features a strict, protected slot limit: all walleyes between 20 and 26 inches must be immediately released, and only one fish over 26 inches is allowed in your bag.
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In this latest video, Jeremy Smith and Luke Ronnestrand showcase how jerkbaits can be an incredibly effective and exciting way...
Muskie
Good to know:
- Season: 6/6/26 - 12/1/27
- Limit: 1
- Size restriction: 54-inch minimum length (all fish under 54 inches must be immediately released)
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For muskie anglers, Lake Vermilion represents the ultimate freshwater challenge – a place where giant fish, breathtaking scenery, and relentless...
Bass
Good to know:
- 3/1/26 - 5/8/26: Catch-and-release only
- 5/9/26 - 2/28/27: 6 combined total Largemouth or Smallmouth
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With rocky islands, sprawling reefs, and endless structure, Lake Vermilion has earned a reputation as one of the Midwest’s premier...
Northern Pike
Good to know:
- 5/9/26 - 2/28/27
- Limit: 2
- Not more than 1 over 40" in possession. All from 30-40" must be immediately released.
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In this latest video, James Lindner joins longtime Lake Vermilion guide Billy Rosner for a classic Northwoods fishing adventure targeting...
Panfish
Good to know:
- Open year-round (both open-water and ice fishing seasons)
- Crappie Limit: 10 fish per person
- Sunfish / Bluegill Limit: 20 fish per person
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In this latest video, anglers Jeremy Smith and Luke showcase how Lake Vermilion’s diverse structure, healthy forage base, and expansive...