Evergreen Outfitting

Mississippi River Smallmouth Bass Fishing in Minnesota with Ben Dockendorf

Evergreen Outfitting offers guided Mississippi River smallmouth bass fishing in Minnesota with experienced river guide Ben Dockendorf. With years of time spent on the Mississippi River and its tributaries, Ben specializes in targeting aggressive, current-driven smallmouth bass in moving water.

If you’re searching for a Minnesota smallmouth bass guide who focuses specifically on river fishing, this is a true Mississippi River bass experience built on access, timing, and real river knowledge.

Guided Smallmouth Bass Fishing on the Mississippi River

Mississippi River smallmouth bass thrive in current, holding tight to rock, riprap, and natural river structure. These guided trips are designed around proven river tactics that consistently produce fish.

Trips focus on:

• Reading current seams and flow transitions

• Targeting shallow rock, riprap, and structural edges

• Understanding seasonal Mississippi River smallmouth movement

• River-specific lure selection and presentation

Every trip is customized to match your experience level — from beginners and families to experienced anglers looking to refine their river approach.

Shallow-Water Access with a Rock Proof River Jet Boat

Ben runs a Rock Proof River Jet boat built specifically for shallow-water river fishing. This allows access to productive Mississippi River stretches that traditional prop boats can’t safely reach.

Less boat pressure.

More high-percentage water.

More opportunity.

Why Fish the Mississippi River for Smallmouth Bass in Minnesota

The Mississippi River in Minnesota offers diverse habitat that supports a strong, healthy smallmouth bass population with low fishing pressure. Current breaks, shallow rock flats, eddies, and transition areas create ideal feeding lanes that produce aggressive strikes and hard fights.

River smallmouth fishing is active, engaging, and built around reading water and staying mobile. It’s hands-on fishing that rewards anglers who stay involved from the first cast to the last.

What’s Included in Your Mississippi River Smallmouth Bass Trip

• Fully guided Mississippi River smallmouth bass fishing trip

• High-quality rods, reels, and tackle provided

• Rock Proof River Jet boat designed for river fishing

• Instruction focused on river techniques and fish behavior

• Family-friendly and beginner-welcoming environment

• Water and Gatorade provided on all trips

• Bag lunch included on full-day trips

Just bring weather-appropriate clothing and a valid Minnesota fishing license.

Book your Mississippi River smallmouth bass fishing trip today and explore one of Minnesota’s best river fisheries.