We are second, third, and NOW 4TH GENERATION guides that have honed their skills by spending countless hours on the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin. Thus, we are one of the longest running guide services on the Mississippi River for Walleyes, Northern, Bass and Catfish. We guide from Red Wing, MN to Winona MN which includes Pool 4, Pool 5, Pool 5a, and Pool 6. Our main goal is to give you memories for a lifetime.
Whether you are in the boat with Captain Jarrad, Captain Jordan(kill switch), or Captain Lee you will receive an educational experience you will never forget. The Mississippi River changes daily and sometimes hourly, so we want to teach you how we adapt with the daily fluctuations and season of the river. When you are done with your trip we hope that you will have learned enough that you will feel comfortable navigating or fishing on your own with the knowledge you have learned from us. When fishing with us you will share the beauties of nature with all the creatures, great and small, that revolve around the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin.
Rutting Ridge Outfitters in one of the premier fishing charter companies on Lake Pepin & The Mississippi River. The most popular fish to chase with us are Walleye and Jumbo Perch.
Fishing for Walleye with Rutting Ridge Outfitters is the ultimate experience for any angler in the world. Our Walleye fishing charters are a fun angling experience available in all seasons on Lake Pepin. Walleye are also known for their taste, being one of the more appetizing fish you can catch. With 4 generations of fishing guides we pride ourselves on giving customers an experience to remember catching trophy Walleye on the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin.
Lake Pepin has a great Jumbo Perch population and is known as one of the most popular spots to fish for them in the Americas. Our Minnesota-based fishing charters produce large numbers of 8 to 14 inch perch. We have been leading Lake Pepin and Mississippi Jumbo Perch guided fishing trips for over 4 generations, and we cannot wait to take you on this amazing angling experience.
The average mature channel catfish on the Mississippi River and in Lake Pepin weighs around 4 pounds. However, these fish are known to grow up to 50 pounds with the world record being 58 lbs.
Flathead catfish are a favorite for us to chase with our clients. These impressive fish can exceed 100 pounds on Lake Pepin or on the Mississippi River. Joining us on a guided fishing trip to catch one of these freshawater monsters is a thrill of a lifetime.
Northern Pike are known as serious predatory fish in North America. These large fish ambush their prey in an explosion from below, making them one of the most enjoyable fish to catch in Wisconsin and Minnesota on one of our fishing charters.
Known as one of the most popular game fish in the world, fishing for Largemouth Bass on Lake Pepin is like no other. We pride ourselves on taking clients on a guided bass fishing experience they've never had with more fish and more fun than any other fishing charter company.
The Lake Pepin and Mississippi River Smallmouth Bass population has been known as one of the best smallmouth locations in North America. Rutting Ridge Outfitters is ready to take you on a fishing trip for smallies you won't soon forget.
We lead our fishing charters from Red Wing, MN to Winona, MN serving anglers from Lake City, Wabasha, Pepin, Wabasha, Red Wing, Alma, and Maiden Rock. Fishing on the mighty Mississippi River is the dream of a lifetime for all anglers no matter the level. Our fishing guides have been leading premier fishing trips on the Mississippi for generations and cannot wait to help you chase Walleye, Jumbo Perch, Largemouth Bass, or any of our other popular fish.
Lake Pepin on the border of Wisconsin and Minnesota is the largest lake on the mighty Mississippi River and is home to a diverse array of fish. This naturally occurring lake covers over 30,000 acres. On a guided fishing trip from Rutting Ridge Outfitters, we chase trophy fish in Pool 4, Pool 5, Pool 5a, Pool 6, and Pool 8. Our Walleye Fishing Charters are the most popular and people fly into Lake City or Wabasha from around the world to chase these incredible fish with us.
Captain Jarrad Fluekiger's Boat
Lee Fluekiger's Boat
Captain Jordan Fluekiger's Boat
We supply all fishing poles and tackle on your guided fishing trip, so all you have to do is bring the appropriate fishing attire, camera, snacks (don't forget guide treats) and drinks. So hop along and join us for a day on the river so we can start making memories that will never be forgotten.
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Guided fishing trip on the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin -4 generations of guiding.
Mississippi River and Lake Pepin- Guided Fishing Photos Gallery
