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Blind Lake

Blind Lake is a lake in Minnesota, near Itasca County.

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Fish species in Blind Lake

Blind Lake near 47.5334, -93.5472 is a lake in Itasca County, Minnesota. Blind Lake covers about 42.9 acres.

What to Expect at Blind Lake

Blind Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at Blind Lake

Fish reported from Blind Lake include bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, and yellow perch.

Bass

For bass at Blind Lake, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.

Yellow Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Blind Lake, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill and pumpkinseed, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Northern Pike

For large predators at Blind Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.

Rock Bass

At Blind Lake, use a small jig, worm or tiny crankbait around rock and firm shorelines for rock bass.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Blind Lake

On a first trip to Blind Lake, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish Blind Lake

Spring at Blind Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Blind Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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