The missus and I recently returned from a trip to VBL. The fishing was satisfying with a nice assortment of walleye, northern, lake trout and musky in the mix. Our trips usually include at least one day fishing the Trout Holes in the far western arm of Eagle Lake, where I’ve had the pleasure of catching or netting several 35 to 38 inch lakers. The one pictured went 31 inches–a nice fish, but not the giant the missus was looking for.
Generally, we do not intentionally fish for musky. But, it’s not unusual to get bit. The missus got this nice 48 incher while trolling a weighted J-13 Rapala over some deep cabbage weeds. It was her biggest fish ever, which she fought perfectly.
The walleyes did not come easily this trip. But we caught our share, including this 26 incher which was released for a future encounter.
If you like GREAT fishing, hospitality and affordability, Vermilion Bay Lodge is highly recommended. I have been making the trip to Vermilion Bay Lodge for the past 10 years and have never once been disappointed. If you like great walleye, northern, musky and trout fishing, this place should not be overlooked. The fishing has been excellent… no matter what time we went. Gordy and Susanne are wonderful hosts that will make you feel right at home. Check it out – I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.
