Link Lake near 47.6477, -93.4073 is a lake in Itasca County, Minnesota. Link Lake covers about 48.4 acres.
What to Expect at Link Lake
Link 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 Link Lake
Fish reported from Link Lake include bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch.
Bass
For bass at Link Lake, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.
Yellow Perch and Sunfish
For panfish at Link 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 Link Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.
A Simple Fishing Plan for Link Lake
On a first trip to Link 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 Link Lake
Spring at Link 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 Link Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.
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Distances are straight-line estimates between mapped water locations.