Eagle Nest Lodge - Fishing and Boating on Cutfoot Sioux and Lake Winnie

Eagle Nest Lodge is located on the north shore of Big Cutfoot Sioux Lake, in East Seelye Bay. "Big Cutfoot" is approximately 2800 acres in size and has direct access to Lake Winnibigoshish, which covers close to 70,000 acres. The entrance into "Big Winnie" known as "The Gap" is about a two mile boat ride from Eagle Nest Lodge.

Cutfoot Sioux Lake for Fishing

Cutfoot Sioux Lake and Lake Winnie are well known for great Minnesota spring and fall walleye fishing. Cutfoot Sioux is ideal for summer fishing, especially on the windy days when Big Winnie can be too rough for most anglers. The many bays of Cutfoot not only provide protection from the wind, but great structure for catching many species of fish and spectacular scenery with eagles, loons and pelican making their home here as well.

The most popular catch on Cutfoot and Lake Winnie is the walleye. However, Winnie is also known for its jumbo perch, northern pike, crappie and muskie populations.

Minnesota Fishing Information and Licenses - Available Online or at Eagle Nest Lodge

Plan Your Fishing Attack

Local fishing reports are available from a number of sources. A few are listed below:

• Lake Winnie Area Resort Association
• North Star Outdoors
• Outdoors Weekly

Maps and other information about Cutfoot Sioux and Lake Winnibigoshish are available from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website. The DNR Lake Information area offers specific information on the following topics:

• Lake Maps
• Topographic Maps
• Recreation Compass
• Lake Survey
• Lake Water Levels
• Fish Consumption Advisory
• Lake Water Quality
• Lake Water Clarity

Local Fishing Guides