Lake Vermilion Walleye Fishing

Walleye season opens May 15, 2010 and closes February 27, 2011

Each year, walleye fry are stocked in Lake Vermilion by the Minnesota DNR, through the hatchery operated on the Pike River. In 2008, over 10 million walleye fry were stocked.

Following the example of walleye management on other lakes, 2006 was the first year of a 17-26" protected slot on Lake Vermilion. The limit was also placed at 4 fish in possession - 3 under 17 and 1 over 26 are allowed.

The largest walleye caught by one of our guests in 2009 was 34", by Dennis VanGuilder the week of June 14. 

For a full report, click here: Summary of the Fish Population For Lake Vermilion