Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Fishing in Minnesota
Stocked in Lake Superior tributaries and select streams. Lake Superior steelhead runs in spring and fall draw anglers from across the Midwest.
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Oncorhynchus mykiss
Stocked in Lake Superior tributaries and select streams. Lake Superior steelhead runs in spring and fall draw anglers from across the Midwest.
Size Limit
Varies by water
Daily Bag
5 (streams), varies on Superior
Season
Mid-April through September (streams)
State Record
16 lb 6 oz
Knife River (1974)
Best Months to Fish
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
What to Use
Live Bait & Natural
Spawn bagsNightcrawlers
Lures & Artificials
SpinnersSpoonsStreamersEgg patterns
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Plan Your Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) Trip
Find lakes, guides, and bait shops for your next rainbow trout (steelhead) 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+.