Minnesota magic? That is one (very true) way to describe the winters here at The Red Door Resort. Magical awe-inspiring simply gorgeous… And that applies to the snow-covered landscape ice-covered lake and favorite seasonal pastimes.

The fall may have just arrived but our hearts are calling for that special time of year when the big lake freezes over and still the fish keep biting. Yes ice fishing is on its way! And ice fishing with The Red Door Resort? It may be the best way to experience this seasonal beloved tradition!

This is my first post since April.  Alot has happened between then and now. We moved into our new home off the lake. (only a short golf ride away from the Ice Fishing on the same property).  I finished the upstairs of the new Barn/Office we used last season held the first event there […] The post September 7th 2023 first appeared on Lyback's Ice F...

Summer’s winding down and you thought you missed your opportunity to adventure on to Mille Lacs Lake for its beloved and bountiful fishing? Set your worries aside! Fall fishing on Mille Lacs is great too. In fact some may even prefer it!

You and your sweetheart deserve a break together. A time to relax enjoy the comforts of vacation away from the bustle of everyday and the opportunity to explore and adventure however you desire. Choosing a Minnesota couple’s getaway at a Mille Lacs Lake resort is the perfect choice for everything you may wish to do!

It may be summer now but fall is on its way and it is one of our favorite seasons at Mille Lacs! Whether you are slowing down to enjoy a sip of your coffee under the vibrant canopy of a fall tree or hitting the road for a little adventure we have our Top 5 things to in Mille Lacs this fall!

The Summer Angling Bite on Mille Lacs Lake Continues to be Good Captain John has been hosting anglers all summer and the trips continue to be productive including a guided fishing excursion last week that put 68 walleyes and 2 small mouth bass in the boat over the course of 8 hours.  John is also […]

This vacation you’re going large! Well in group size that is! Whether you need accommodations for your large family your extended group of friends or a special event The Red Door Resort has you covered!

Sure you know Lake Mille Lacs is beautiful and you’ve heard the fishing is great but is that enough for the ultimate Minnesota lake vacation? We don’t think so. Good thing a Mille Lacs lake vacation at The Red Door Resort offers so much more!

Sure you know Lake Mille Lacs is beautiful and you’ve heard the fishing is great but is that enough for the ultimate Minnesota lake vacation? We don’t think so. Good thing a Mille Lacs lake vacation at The Red Door Resort offers so much more!

Sure you know Lake Mille Lacs is beautiful and you’ve heard the fishing is great but is that enough for the ultimate Minnesota lake vacation? We don’t think so. Good thing a Mille Lacs lake vacation at The Red Door Resort offers so much more!

Open Water Season is Here and the Fish Are Biting on Mille Lacs The Mille Lacs Fishing Opener was a good one on the North side of the big pond.  The fish are biting and the weather is beautiful after a cooler spring.  Come up to The Red Door Resort for a angling get-a-away.  The […]

2023 Open Water Angling Competitions The open water season is now underway and for those anglers looking to participate in some competitive fishing there are a number of tournaments on Mille Lacs Lake to choose from.  The following open water tournaments are ed with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as of this blog’s […]

Smallmouth bass fishing on Lake Mille Lacs is a great choice. Mille Lacs was on BassMaster’s Best Bass Lakes: Central list for both 2022 and 2021.  But every angler knows it’s not just about being at the “right” body of water.  Here are some tips to ensure you have the best opportunity for catching those smallies!

When adventure calls us off-site we know just where to go - Minnesota State Parks! In fact just a half hour drive from our location on Lake Mille Lacs you will find two of our favorite parks: Mille Lacs Kathio State Park and Father Hennepin State Park. Opportunity for family-friendly hiking swimming beautiful views and fascinating Minnesota history...

Overnight we received 1″-3″ of snow and the NW wind is blowing 40 mph off the lake.  Looks more like winter than spring.  Especially when most of the week prior had been in the 70’s and sunny. Cindy and I have been busy sorting and packing stuff out of or house on the hill and […] The post April 16th 2023 first appeared on Lyback's Ice Fishing.

Yesterday I made my last trip out on the ice to cover the areas we normally go for leftover blocks and whatever was left out there that shouldn’t be.  Due to the workers this year picking up all the blocking and chains sawing it out right away after the house was pulled off it’s spot […] The post April 14th 2023 first appeared on Lyback's Ice Fish...

The melt is on up here….. finally.  the last couple days have be approaching 70 degrees and things are going fast. We went out yesterday and picked up the road stakes.  Most were standing and melted around the base so it was easy to grab them and go the problem was that there was a […] The post April 11th 2023 first appeared on Lyback's Ice Fishin...

When adventure calls us off-site we know just where to go - Minnesota State Parks! In fact just a half hour drive from our location on Lake Mille Lacs you will find two of our favorite parks: Mille Lacs Kathio State Park and Father Hennepin State Park. Opportunity for family-friendly hiking swimming beautiful views and fascinating Minnesota history...

Today I took down the signs along the driveway and new office and got ready for the next batch of snow.  We are forecasted to receive 4-6 inches and very strong north winds the next 36 hours.  So March came in like a Lion and is going out like one too. Earlier in the week […] The post March 30th 2023 first appeared on Lyback's Ice Fishing.