Time alone on the lake is good for your soul.

Some of the best memories from the lake can never be forgotten.

You can navigate around the Whitefish Chain of Lakes through channels.

Towering Pines Resort has many kid-friendly activities, including water toys.

Some of the best times at the lake only involves nature.

The US Army Corps of Engineers controls the water levels of the Whitefish Chain of Lakes.

Winter fishing is wonderful among the lakes of the Whitefish and Ossawinamakee Chains.

You should be here.

Enjoying all that lake country has to offer definitely includes a jump in the lake.

Clear lakes and sugar sand beaches are inviting for swimmers of all ages.

Fishing/Boating

In the land of lakes, what's more Minnesotan than fishing on vacation? A great variety of fish call the Whitefish Chain of Lakes Region home, such as blue gills, crappie, walleye, northern pike and large mouth bass. Lake trout are being stocked annually into Trout Lake. Learn more about how to identify fish from the MN DNR. We also ask that you comply with the Minnesota laws regarding invasive species. Please clean all recreational equipment at the water's edge.

Everything from the worms to a guide are available in the Whitefish Area to help you hook into a memorable fishing experience. Check with your lodging property before your arrival, as they may sell live bait. Also ask your lodging host for their recommendations on experienced area fishing guides, or the best place to drop your line.

Or, you can just enjoy the water and all of it's recreational offerings, including sugar sand beachs and islands to explore. Here's a quick rundown of our lakes.

Boats (Rental, Sales & Service)

61 Marine North Crosslake	Lakes Area Docks & Lifts Crosslake Brainerd/Baxter
C&C Boat Works Crosslake	Al's Marine Crosslake
Waterfront Services Crosslake	Boats & Beyond Rentals Nisswa/Gull Lake
Bait Box Marina Crosslake	Perkins Marine & Small Engine Crosslake
Crosslake Rental Crosslake	Dave's Sportland Rentals Nisswa/Gull Lake
Lake Fun Rentals Nisswa/Gull Lake	Fish Lectronics Pequot Lakes/Jenkins
Bertha Boatworks Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

Fishing Bait

Bait Box Marina Crosslake	Station 371 Pine River
Pine Peaks/Breezy Oasis Breezy Point	Holiday of Crosslake Crosslake
Speed Stop (Jenkins) Pequot Lakes/Jenkins	The Hot Spot Bait & Tackle Nisswa/Gull Lake
Moonlite Square Crosslake	S&W Guide Service Nisswa/Gull Lake
Speed Stop (Pequot Lakes) Pequot Lakes/Jenkins	A-Pine Plaza Pequot Lakes/Jenkins

Fishing Report for Whitefish Area

Feb. 17, 2012 — Fishermen are reporting good action on walleye, panfish and northern pike in most areas. High noon is the best timing for sunfish. Check with your lodging host or a local bait shop for the best bait to try.

Ice conditions on all lakes is adequate, though ice heaves are more evident. Ice heaves can jut upward anywhere on the lake and need to be respected, if not avoided.— courtesy of the Pine River Chamber

Fishing Articles

Fishing Small Lakes for Big Fish and Big Fun
It's Hip to Wade (bass fishing)
Rapala — Lure Development Comes from Boat Seats Around the World
Don't Fight the Bite (walleye fishing)

Stories courtesy of Outdoor Traditions (Brainerd Dispatch)

Interactive Water Trails Map

The Minnesota DNR has launched a new interactive water trails map. The interactive map includes all 32 State Water Trails, in addition to public water accesses and campsites along each route. The map makes it easy to zoom, search, and pan and to find and print information about facilities.