Bluebird Lake Fishing in Becker County, Minnesota

• Overview

  Bluebird Lake falls in Becker County, part of Minnesota. The land about it is mixed forest. At roughly 16 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Our Becker County list holds plenty of bigger water. The town to know is Detroit Lakes, 5.4 miles out. Frazee is 15 miles and Hawley 18 miles. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Bluebird Lake

  Our records hold no depth for this water. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Species logged across Becker County include bluegill, largemouth bass, walleye and northern pike. Those are county-wide records, so not every one of them will be in this water. Bluebird Lake fishes better once you know its edges.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Long-term averages put July at about 69°F and January near 4°F. Cold winters and warm summers give a wide working range. Winter fishing happens on the ice here, with open water back around mid April. Break-up sits around mid April on average, with the water closing again about late November. From the thaw to midsummer the fishing improves week by week. It sets the rhythm of the year at Bluebird Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  Access is not recorded for this water. Anderson WPA takes in this water; protected-area rules will apply. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Rules for this water may differ from the county norm. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Wheeler Lake sits 1 mile off and takes the overflow. Check the position at Bluebird Lake before loading the car.