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Brave the Ice: Winter Fishing Around Lake Minnetonka
Living in Minnesota offers access to tens of thousands of lakes that are perfect for fishing. If you think your angling ends in the autumn, think again! There are hundreds of opportunities for winter fishing around the state, especially on Lake Minnetonka. Located just a few miles west-southwest of Minneapolis, Lake Minnetonka is a gem of the Excelsior area and a perfect place to go ice fishing this winter.
Lake Minnetonka Ice Fishing Destinations
If you've never been ice fishing before, there are a few things you should know before you go. First of all, Minnesota's Department of Natural Resources wants to remind fishers and spectators alike that no patch of ice is 100 percent safe. They do not measure the thickness of ice on any of the lakes in the state, so judging whether or not a lake is safe to fish in is the angler's responsibility. New ice is always stronger than old ice. Use this relative thickness guide for reference:
- 4" or Thinner: Dangerous to stand on.
- 4": Suitable for the weight of people on foot.
- 5"-7": Strong enough for ATVs or snowmobiles.
- 8"-12": Strong enough for a car or small pickup truck.
- 12"-15": Strong enough for a medium-sized truck.