Lynx Lake

Lynx Lake is a lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. Lynx Lake covers about 291 acres.

How the Size and Shape of Lynx Lake Affect Fishing

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

Fish and Baits at Lynx Lake

Fish reported from Lynx Lake include bluegill, cisco, green sunfish, northern pike, rock bass, shorthead redhorse, smallmouth bass, walleye, and white sucker.

Bass

For bass at Lynx, work a tube, Ned rig or small crankbait across rock and firm points for smallmouth.

Sunfish

For panfish at Lynx, fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill and green sunfish.

Walleye

For roaming fish at Lynx, jig a minnow or troll a crankbait along points and deeper edges for walleye.

Northern Pike

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

Rock Bass

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

Cisco

For other cold-water fish at Lynx, use a tiny jig or small spoon at the depth where cisco are schooling.

How the Seasons Change Lynx Lake

Spring at Lynx 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 Lynx can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

A Simple Plan for Fishing Lynx Lake

On a first trip to Lynx, 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.

Useful Tackle for Lynx Lake

A medium spinning rod covers smaller lures at Lynx, while a heavier rod and stronger leader are better for northern pike.

Lynx Lake FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 291-acre Lynx Lake?

At Lynx, pick one cove and the closest point or drop into deep water, then fish that small area well before making a long move.

Why is no maximum depth listed for Lynx Lake?

A reliable depth number was not found for Lynx, so anglers should rely on what they can see and what their lure touches.

Which reported fish is a simple first target at Lynx Lake?

Bluegill is on the fish list for Lynx, so start with a bait made for that fish instead of guessing at a species that may not be there.