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Chub Lake

Chub Lake is a lake in Minnesota, near Dakota County.

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Fish species in Chub Lake

Chub Lake near 44.5651, -93.2178 is a lake in Dakota County, Minnesota. Chub Lake covers about 228 acres and reaches a recorded 10 feet.

What to Expect at Chub Lake

Chub Lake is shallow enough that wind, weeds, shade and even a small dip in the bottom can make one part fish better than another.

Fish and Useful Baits at Chub Lake

Fish reported from Chub Lake include black bullhead, common carp, and green sunfish.

Bullheads and Carp

For bottom fishing at Chub Lake, fish a worm or small piece of cut bait in quiet water for bullheads, and use corn or dough bait on a simple bottom rig for carp.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Chub Lake

On a first trip to Chub 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 Chub Lake

Spring at Chub Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is best early or late around weeds, shade and the few deeper holes. Fall at Chub Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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