Fishing

Information on Fishing near Grand Rapids

Wasson Lake

If you want some of the best fishing near Grand Rapids, MN, look no further! Wasson Lake is a private 438-acre spring-fed lake offering 17 feet of water clarity. With a depth of 67 feet and numerous bays, the lake offers great fishing. The shoreline has many submerged points surrounded by deep water, down timber, and large areas of cabbage weed and wild rice. There are four islands on the lake and no public access to the lake, so it is private and quiet. Check out the DNR Wasson Lake Information Report and the Wasson Lake Map.

Fishing Regulations & License 

  • Click HERE for more information on Minnesota fishing regulations 
  • Click HERE to buy your Minnesota Fishing License

Bass Fishing 

It is common for guests to catch Largemouth Bass of up to 6 lbs. and Smallmouth Bass of 4 lbs. To protect the larger bass in the lake, we ask that all Smallmouth Bass be released and all Largemouth Bass over 3 lbs. be released. Check out this resource for more information: Bass Fishing: Minnesota DNR

Crappie & Bluegill Fishing 

Crappie & Bluegill fishing has been an all-time favorite for our guests who visit year after year. Crappie lengths range from 8″ – 14″. Bluegill lengths range from 6″ – 10″. To protect Wasson Lake from a stunted sunfish population, we ask that all large sunfish and crappie are released.

Northern Pike Fishing

Northern Pike is always a guaranteed hitter and if you’re one of those that know how to clean Northern Pike, you’ll definitely get yourself a meal (or two)!  Guests frequently get to experience a LARGE Northern Pike taking their smaller catch.  Northern Pike zones  **Loon Point Resort is located in the North-Central zone**  In the north-central zone, anglers can keep 10 northern pike, but not more than two pike longer than 26 inches; and all from 22 to 26 inches must be released. Northern pike taken by spearing follows the same rules except one pike may be between 22 and 26 inches or two larger than 26 inches.


Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers 

Minnesota is renowned for its clean water, good fishing, and remarkable recreational opportunities. We want to keep it this way for future visitors and generations. 

Unfortunately, some invasive species can harm Minnesota’s lakes, rivers, and forests. Aquatic invasive species such as Eurasian watermilfoil, zebra mussel, and spiny water flea can harm fish habitats and disrupt water recreation activities. These plants, animals, and other unwanted species may “hitch a ride” in water, on boats, in firewood, or on other gear that people move into and around the state. 

To help protect Minnesota’s precious water and woodlands and to comply with state law, please take the following precautions before you head to Loon Point Resort. 

CLEAN

CLEAN all aquatic plants, zebra mussels, and other prohibited invasive species from boats and trailers. You may not transport aquatic plants or prohibited invasive species in the state, even if they are dead. 

DRAIN

DRAIN water-related equipment (boat, ballast tanks, portable bait containers, motor) and drain bilge, livewell and baitwell by removing drain plugs before leaving a water access or shoreline property. Keep drain plugs out and water-draining devices open while transporting watercraft.

DISPOSE

DISPOSE of unwanted bait, including minnows, leeches, and worms, in the trash. It is illegal to release bait into a waterbody or release aquatic animals from one waterbody to another. If you want to keep your bait, you must refill the bait container with bottled or tap water.

    Some aquatic invasive species can survive more than two weeks out of the water, and they are often small and difficult to see. To remove or kill them, take one or more of the following precautions before moving boats and equipment to another waterbody, especially after leaving waters infested with zebra mussels or spiny water fleas: 

    • Spray, rinse, dry — Some invasive species are small and difficult to see at the access. To remove or kill them, take one or more of the following precautions before moving to another waterbody, especially after leaving zebra mussel and spiny waterflea infested waters:
    • Spray with high-pressure water
    • Rinse with very hot water*
    • Dry for at least 5 days
    • Run motor and personal watercraft for a few seconds to discharge water before leaving a water access.
    • These water temperatures will kill zebra mussels and some other AIS: 120°F for at least 2 minutes; or 140°F for at least 10 seconds.
    • Watch the Clean, Drain, Dry opens in a new browser

    KNOW THE LAW: You may not…

    ~ Transport watercraft without removing the drain plug.
    ~ Arrive at lake access with drain plug in place.
    ~ Transport aquatic plants, zebra mussels, or other prohibited species on any roadway.
    ~ Launch a watercraft with prohibited species attached.
    ~ Transport water from Minnesota lakes or rivers.
    ~ Release bait into the water.

    Infested Waters List

    You can view an interactive map of most infested waters

    Decontamination Sites

    Watercraft decontamination is a free service provided by the Itasca County AIS Program. Click HERE for the location of decontamination sites.

    For more AIS information visit MN DNR Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers 

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