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Shoreline Locations on the Mississippi River
East Coon Rapids Dam
9750 Egret Blvd NW., Coon Rapids, MN 55433
A great variety of fish may be caught here including northern pike, carp, smallmouth bass, freshwater drum, and catfish among others. Check out riprapped shorelines, especially on the outside bends in the river, for smallmouth bass and walleyes.
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Shoreline Locations on Lakes and Ponds
Cenaiko Lake
Rainbow and brook trout, smallmouth bass. There is a fishing pier on the lake. Check fishing regulations and seasons before fishing here; trout stamps are needed in addition to a license. Entrance fee to park.
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Pickerel Lake
Buegills, crappies, northern pike, members of the sucker and catfish family. Northern pike are fairly large. Bluegills run to the small side, but are numerous. Good place for children to fish.
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Snelling Lake
Sunfish (bluegills, pumpkinseeds), northern pike. There is a fishing pier on this lake. Entrance fee to park.
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Rebecca Lake
Rebecca Lake has a variety of fish including northern pike (above average size), largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegills, crappies, and stocked channel catfish. Shorefishing is available, but may be limited in some areas due to very shallow water or aquatic vegetation. Fishing pier is available.
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Youth Fishing Ponds – Hogback Ridge Pond, Champlin Mill Pond, Carlson Lake
Boat Fishing and Navigation
For boat ramps and walk-in water access, see the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Water Access Maps and Boating and Canoeing for locations.
The Metro Area Rivers Guide by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is an excellent guide to boating the Mississippi, Minnesota, and St. Croix Rivers.
HUNTING
Hunting opportunities within the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area are somewhat limited as much of the park lies within a heavily populated metropolitan area, but opportunities do exist.
Locations
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
3815 American Blvd. E., Bloomington, MN 55425
Waterfowl, deer, and small game hunting opportunities. See the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge regulations brochure.
Urban Deer Hunts
Hunts are held in selected parks to control deer populations, but the hunts vary widely from year to year. Check jurisdiction websites for more information: Ramsey County, Anoka County, Hennepin County, Washington County, Dakota County.
Other Hunting Information
Spring Lake Archery Course
A state-of-the-art archery course permits hunters to practice archery in a realistic environment. Fee.
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Hunter Safety Training
Anyone born after December 31, 1979 must have a Hunter Safety Certificate to purchase a hunting license.
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Minnesota Hunting Regulations and Licenses
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources locations, county and city license centers carry licenses as do sporting goods stores and baitshops. Some convenience stores and hardware stores also carry licenses.
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