Fishing At Lake Vermilion

AKA: Vermilion Lake

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, rock bass, yellow perch, muskie and northern pike at Lake Vermilion in Minnesota.

Abundant big fish, and a beautiful setting, make Lake Vermilion a highly desired location for fishing enthusiasts. This 40,500-acre lake in the northeast part of the state, is known for big walleye, muskie and northern pike. Additionally, there is excellent fishing for bass, crappie, sunfish and perch. Over 1,000 miles of shoreline create untold opportunities to wet a line in search of your favorite species. While a significant portion of the lake requires a boat for access, there are still plenty of areas available for fishing from the bank - primarily on the southern shores. In winter, the quality schools of fish are available via ice fishing, which is quite popular. Five dedicated boat launch ramps are available to the public during the warm season. Marinas, campgrounds, RV parks, stores, restaurants, cabins, lodging and rental boats are all available at the lake or very close by.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Vermilion

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Vermilion Amenities

Marina: YES
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Fishing Boat Rentals

Birch Point Marine
Rentals: Fishing boats, bass boats and pontoon boats
218 753-4404

Everett Bay Lodge
Rentals: Fishing boats, bass boats and pontoon boats
218 753-5115

Gruben's Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats
218 753-5000

Moccasin Point Marine
Rentals: Fishing boats and canoes
218 753-3319

Spring Bay Resort
Rentals: Fishing boats, bass boats and pontoon boats
218 666-5607

Timbuktu Marina
Rentals: Fishing boats, bass boats and pontoon boats
218 666-2434

White Eagle Resort
Rentals: Fishing boats, bass boats and pontoon boats
218-750-2071

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Fortune Bay Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, off Gold Mine Spur Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Hoodoo Point Public Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, off Hoodoo Point Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with docks and paved parking.

Moccasin Point State Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, off Moccasin Point Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Soudan Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southeast section of the lake, south side, off Stuntz Bay Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.