Crosby, Minnesota Fishing Guide Service
Catch More & Bigger Fish in Crosby, MN with a Local Fishing Guide
Walleye, Bass & Trophy Fishing Trips in the Crosby Lakes Area
⭐ 5.0 Rated • Local Crosby Lakes Guide • Family-Friendly Trips
Looking for the best Crosby Minnesota Fishing Guide? Captain Nick Retka offers expert-guided fishing trips across the beautiful Crosby Lakes Area, perfect for families, beginners, or seasoned anglers. Whether it’s limits or trophy fish, we can accommodate your experience you are looking for!
What to Bring
Proper Clothing
Sunglasses
Raingear
Beverages
Food/Snacks
Sunscreen
Bug Spray
Why Choose Our Crosby Minnesota Fishing Guide Service?
Fully Licensed Captain & Fully Insured Fishing Guide in Crosby, Minnesota
At The Fish Guyd Guide Service, Captain Nick Retka specializes in putting anglers on more fish and bigger fish.
Every trip is customized to your goals — whether you’re a beginner, fishing with your kids, or chasing trophy fish.
We don’t just take you fishing — we put you on fish!
✔ Local Crosby & Brainerd Lakes expert
✔ Consistent success on walleye, bass, and pike
✔ Family-friendly trips for all skill levels
✔ Top-quality gear and electronics provided
✔ Multi-species and trophy-focused trips available
⭐ 5.0 Google Rated • Trusted by anglers across the Brainerd Lakes Area
Ready to Get on the Water in Crosby?
Recent Catches on Our Guided Trips in Crosby, MN
Real results from recent trips on Crosby area lakes — walleye, bass, musky, and more.
100% real clients. No stock photos. Just consistent results on the water.
Want to catch fish like this on your trip?
Let us help you plan the perfect trip — no obligation.
Trips are available throughout Crosby, Minnesota and the surrounding Cuyuna Lakes area, including Serpent Lake, Rabbit Lake, and nearby Brainerd Lakes. Whether you’re staying in Crosby, Ironton, or Deerwood, we can meet you at the best launch for current fishing conditions.
Customer Reviews
Crosby and the Cuyuna Lakes area offer some of the most unique and productive fisheries in Central Minnesota, with deep clear mine pit lakes, structure-rich shorelines, and diverse species opportunities. As local guides, we understand how these lakes fish throughout the season—from early spring transitions to mid-summer patterns and late fall bites. Whether you’re targeting walleyes on deeper breaks, smallmouth bass along rocky structure, or panfish in the sheltered bays, we dial in the most effective techniques based on real-time conditions. Our goal is to put you on fish consistently while giving you a true understanding of how to fish these lakes long after your trip is over.
FAQs
What fish can you catch in Crosby MN?
A. We can target walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, panfish, and musky.
What lakes do you guide on near Crosby?
A. Here at The Fish Guyd Guide Service, we will guide just about any lake you would like in the area! Some of the most popular are Serpent Lake, Rabbit Lake, Clearwater Lake, Nokay Lake, Cedar Lake, Farm Island Lake, Bay Lake, and the Mine Pits.
Do I need a fishing license?
A. Yes, all residents and non residents need a fishing license. Kids under the age of 16 do not need a license.
Are trips good for beginners?
A. Yes! Here at The Fish Guyd Guide Service we pride ourselves in being the best choice in guide services for beginners and families!
What should I bring?
A. Bring appropriate clothing for the weather for the day of your trip, bring any food and beverages you would like, sunglasses, bug spray, and sunscreen are all great options as well.