Simply casting a worm on a hook into the Mississippi River in the scenic Lake Pepin area gives anglers a great chance of catching a wide variety of fish, all while experiencing the fun and intrigue of river fishing.

“Lots of variety — that’s the name of the game for Lake Pepin. There are dozens of species to catch,” said Nick Schlesser, Lake Pepin large lake specialist. “These waters provide an enormous amount of connection for fish that move up and down the river.”