The Nisswa Guides League

The Premier Brainerd Lakes Area Fishing Guides

We are the longest-running guide service in Minnesota, leading over 60,000 guided fishing trips since we started in 1961. Our team of 8 guides leads family-friendly fishing trips in Brainerd, Nisswa, and beyond. Call us to book your guided fishing trip before the best bite ends!

- Over 60,000 Successfully Guided Fishing Trips -

"Thank you, Nisswa Guides League, for the valuable services you provided to us. Even though I have my own boat and know a little about fishing, we learned more in a day with your Guide than in a Season without. And it was so easy and enjoyable. For anyone visiting the Lakes area (or even anyone familiar), your Guides bring a lot to the Table."

"Can’t say enough good things about these guides. I have used Butch and Nate, as individuals and as a pair for larger groups. They meet you or pick you up on time, with all the gear and bait you need. They both communicate well with the client and truly want you to have a great day with your friends or family. Each of them will work hard and get to different spots if it isn’t happening. Fishing is never a guarantee ( weather, temperature, time of year) but if it is possible they will get you on the fish. They can coach the beginners with great advice and are there to assist experienced fisherman however or whenever needed. They work their butts off, please tip well !"

FISHING TRIPS

1990 +

PROFESSIONAL GUIDES

YEAR WE BEGAN

1900

Fishing Nisswa, Walker, and Brainerd Lakes Will Never Be Easier!

lakes we fish

Gull Lake
Pelican Lake
The Whitefish Chain
Mille Lacs Lake
Leech Lake
Round Lake

Meet us at S&W Bait and Tackle, and from there, we’ll take you to the fish! We know all the lakes in Brainerd, Nisswa, and the surrounding areas. Usually, you’ll find us guiding on Mille Lacs Lake, Leech Lake, Pelican Lake, or Gull Lake.

Have A Day Of Fun No Matter What Is Biting

fish we catch

Walleye
Crappie
Bass
Panfish
Northern Pike
Musky

Have a fun day on the water no matter what is biting. Our goals is to make sure you enjoy your day and that you catch fish. We can almost always find something that is biting. Check out some of our fishing reports to see what we’ve been catching!

- Simple Booking With
S&W Bait -

To make booking and planning your trip even easier, we’ve partnered with S&W Bait and Tackle who has been booking and coordinating guided fishing trips for over 30 years. To book, call us at S&W, and they will help you coordinate a date, time, and trip details. Then head to S&W’s convenient 371 location before your trip starts to purchase your fishing license. Be sure to have a driver’s license and social security number for each person you intend to purchase a license for. Licenses take about 10 minutes per person, so plan accordingly (you can purchase your license anywhere licenses are available including online at the MN DNR’s website).

- Trip Rates and Details-

included in all trips:

4 Hour Fishing trip

$450/TRIP

4 Hours | Half Day

6 Hour Fishing Trip

$650/TRIP

6 Hours | 3/4 Day

8 Hour Fishing Trip

$800/TRIP

8 Hours | Full Day

Short 3-Hour trips are available by request. These trips are a great option for young families.
Add an extra person for $150 | Add a follow boat for $150 | We accept cash, check or credit cards