Cisco (Tullibee) Fishing in Minnesota
A cold-water forage fish and popular ice fishing target in northern Minnesota. Cisco are critical prey for walleye, pike, and lake trout.
Cisco (Tullibee)
Coregonus artedi
A cold-water forage fish and popular ice fishing target in northern Minnesota. Cisco are critical prey for walleye, pike, and lake trout.
Size Limit
No minimum
Daily Bag
6 (combined whitefish)
Season
Year-round
State Record
5 lb 9 oz
Big Sandy Lake (1986)
Best Months to Fish
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
What to Use
Live Bait & Natural
SpikesWax worms
Lures & Artificials
Small jigging spoonsIce fliesTungsten jigs
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Plan Your Cisco (Tullibee) Trip
Find lakes, guides, and bait shops for your next cisco (tullibee) fishing trip in Minnesota.
Explore Lakes Find a Guide Bait & TackleRegulations shown are statewide defaults. Some waters have special regulations — always check the current Minnesota DNR regulations before fishing. A Minnesota fishing license is required for ages 16+.