Long Lake near 47.7815, -95.2313 is a lake in Clearwater County, Minnesota. Long Lake covers about 72.3 acres and reaches a recorded 36 feet.
What to Expect at Long Lake
Long 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 Long Lake
Fish reported from Long Lake include bluegill, golden shiner, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch.
Bass
For bass at Long Lake, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.
Yellow Perch and Sunfish
For panfish at Long 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 Long Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.
A Simple Fishing Plan for Long Lake
On a first trip to Long 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 Long Lake
Spring at Long 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 Long 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.