Posts by Patriot Guide Service
Fall Cast and Blast Around Lake Vermilion
Fall can be one of the most spectacular times to visit the Lake Vermilion area. Starting with the stunning scenery of the leaves changing color, after the leaves fall, and all the way into deer hunting season, there are phenomenal opportunities for both hunting and fishing to be had that will keep all outdoorsmen happy!…
Read MoreCatching Big Walleyes on Lake Vermilion
One of the most beautiful lakes in Minnesota, Lake Vermilion spreads its beauty across 37 miles of Northern Coniferous forest. With nearly 40,000 acres of water, 350 miles of shoreline, and 365 islands, Lake Vermilion is truly a sight to behold. It is the southernmost of the Canadian Shield Lakes and it is the only…
Read MoreLead Core Trolling on Lake Vermilion
One of the most polarizing and high-action bites on Lake Vermilion of the entire season: the lead core trolling bite is an easy and effective way to catch a great shore lunch! Beginning in Mid-August and progressing through September, the majority of the walleyes in the lake spill off of their mid-summer gravel, rock, and…
Read MoreLake Vermilion Family Fun
While Lake Vermilion is certainly known best for its fishing, there are several other sights and activities that make it an excellent place for a family vacation! This lake captures the essence of the Canadian Northwoods entirely within the state of Minnesota. Unlike the Boundary Waters and Voyageurs National Park, any sized boat is welcome…
Read More9/19/24 Lake Vermilion Fishing Report
The unusually warm fall has caused some crazy things to happen on Lake Vermilion, which has caused a good, but really strange bite! EAST END WALLEYES: The fish are all over the place. You can grind out your limit pulling Leadcore, that is for sure. Focus your efforts on 20-30 foot mud basins. Some things…
Read More09/09/24 Lake Vermilion Fishing Report
Fall is in the air! We are seeing some cool weather and some fantastic fishing! EAST END WALLEYES: Pulling crank baits with Leadcore line continues to be the best bet for putting walleyes in the boat. Cover water in 20-30 foot mud basins and you will catch your fish. The water temps are starting to…
Read More09/01/24 Lake Vermilion Fishing Report
The Leadcore bite has slowed down a little bit, but it is still the best way to put big numbers of fish in the boat! EAST END WALLEYES: Pulling Leadcore continues to be the best way to catch your limits of walleyes. Number 5 Shad Raps and Flicker Shads seem to be the best baits…
Read More8/18/24 Lake Vermilion Fishing Report
The Leadcore bite is now in full force on Lake Vermilion, with lots of nice fish being caught! EAST END WALLEYES: The Leadcore bite is absolutely fantastic in the 20-30 foot mud adjacent to the midsummer lindy rig spots. No.5 and No.7 Shad Raps and Flicker Shads are the primary baits of choice. The best…
Read More08/11/24 Lake Vermilion Fishing Report
The Leadcore bite is starting! One of the most consistent bites of the year is kicking off. While not at full force yet, the leadcore bite can result in some of the best catches of the entire season. EAST END WALLEYES: We are transitioning from the mid-summer sand and gravel bars to the start of…
Read More8/4/24 Lake Vermilion Fishing Report
Fishing continues to be very good on the east end, with lots of eaters being caught! EAST END WALLEYES: Limits of 13-15” fish continue to be the norm. A Lindy rig with a crawler continues to be the best presentation, although a jig and a crawler or a jig and a minnow have been very…
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