{"id":19573,"date":"2023-01-27T06:29:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-27T06:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/?p=19573"},"modified":"2025-08-27T14:56:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T19:56:46","slug":"ice-fishing-guide-gear-and-equipment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/lifestyles\/ice-fishing-guide-gear-and-equipment","title":{"rendered":"Ice Fishing Guide: Gear and Equipment"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831250.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831250.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831250-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831250-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831250-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831250-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/cold-glacier-snow-fishing-6831250\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tima Miroshnichenko<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s no surprise that Northern residents and visitors flock to their frozen lakes to go ice fishing. A beginner-friendly sport, ice fishing makes for a fun family outing. Plus, it&#8217;s true that fish caught from frozen lakes <a href=\"https:\/\/idfg.idaho.gov\/press\/10-reasons-go-ice-fishing-winter-and-where-it-happens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">taste better<\/a> due to the lack of algae.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In previous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lake Homes Lifestyle<\/a> articles, we detailed top ice fishing tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/a-beginners-guide-to-ice-fishing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beginners<\/a> and discussed the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/best-lakes-for-ice-fishing-in-the-u-s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> best lakes<\/a> in the United States for ice fishing. So now you know the basics and where to go to try out your new skills. But what items do you need to get started? Well, unlike <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/articles-and-news\/best-practices-for-catch-and-release-fishing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">standard<\/a> fishing, ice fishing requires more than a rod, reel, and bait. You won&#8217;t have much luck casting your line into frozen water without the appropriate tools to cut through the ice. But no need to worry\u2014our ice fishing guide will give you everything you need to get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ice-auger\">Ice Auger <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ice_fishing_1_0_0-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Man drilling a hole into the ice with an auger and pictured in front of a gorgeous sunset. \" class=\"wp-image-19576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ice_fishing_1_0_0-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ice_fishing_1_0_0-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ice_fishing_1_0_0-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/ice_fishing_1_0_0.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ndtourism.com\/articles\/winter-fishing-nice-be-ice\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">North Dakota Tourism<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get into ice fishing, buying an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tfgusa.com\/what-is-an-auger-and-what-are-they-typically-used-for\/#:~:text=Share,or%20siphon%20out%20drilled%20materials.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">auger<\/a> is the first step. Since the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.almanac.com\/ice-thickness-safety-chart\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ice thickness<\/a> can range from a couple to a dozen inches, you want to make sure you can access the water and fish underneath. You&#8217;ll also have to decide which auger to buy. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homedepot.com\/b\/Outdoors-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Augers\/N-5yc1vZbxda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">motorized auger<\/a> is on the pricier side, but it will save you a lot of time and energy compared to a hand auger\u2014especially if you want to drill multiple holes. The size auger you buy also depends on the fish species you want to catch. For example, panfish usually require a <a href=\"https:\/\/tailoredtackle.com\/ice-fishing\/10-best-ice-fishing-tackle-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4.5-6<\/a> inch auger, whereas walleye would need a <a href=\"https:\/\/tailoredtackle.com\/ice-fishing\/10-best-ice-fishing-tackle-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6-8 <\/a>inch hole. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rod and Reel or Tip-Ups <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/29425107_1691028057601159_8300998011555676160_n-1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A tip-ups---a device used to catch fish in ice fishing---over the hole with a sunset in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-19629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/29425107_1691028057601159_8300998011555676160_n-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/29425107_1691028057601159_8300998011555676160_n-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/29425107_1691028057601159_8300998011555676160_n-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/29425107_1691028057601159_8300998011555676160_n-1-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/29425107_1691028057601159_8300998011555676160_n-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BeaverDamIceFishing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Beaver Dam <\/a>Ice Fishing on Facebook <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After you drill your hole, you have two primary options for reeling in fresh walleye, perch, panfish, pike, and other popular ice fishing species. On the one hand, you could go for the more traditional choice and use a rod and reel. If so, keep in mind that you won&#8217;t need the same length you would for warmer fishing endeavors, as you will simply drop the line down into the hole rather than casting it. <a href=\"https:\/\/tailoredtackle.com\/ice-fishing\/10-best-ice-fishing-tackle-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most anglers<\/a> report that their ideal choice is a 28&#8243; medium power rod with a size 20 spinning reel. They pair this with a six-pound <a href=\"https:\/\/castandspear.com\/best-fluorocarbon-fishing-lines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fluorocarbon<\/a> ice line. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, on the other hand, if you want to give yourself the advantage of being in two places at once, you should go with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fishingduo.com\/the-ultimate-beginners-guide-to-tip-up-ice-fishing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tip-up<\/a>. This device allows you to set bait for multiple species at the same time. Plus, you can step away from the fishing hole for a moment and not worry about missing out on the action. The flag will notify you when your bait has attracted your prize catch!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-jigs-and-spikes\">Jigs and Spikes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/9\/92\/Angel_napp.JPG\" alt=\"A panfish with a jig in its mouth positioned on the ice next to a fishing hole.\" style=\"width:840px;height:560px\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Angel_napp.JPG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now onto what seals the deal and gets the fish on your plate\u2014the bait. The perfect ice fishing bait combination starts with a few <a href=\"https:\/\/widowmakerlures.com\/categories\/tungsten-jigs.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tungsten jigs<\/a> and a couple dozen Spikes (also referred to as Maggots).  You can use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netknots.com\/fishing_knots\/clinch-knot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clinch Knot<\/a> with your Fluorocarbon line to secure the bait. Around 2-3 Spikes hooked through the middle or the tail will set you up for success. Also\u2014even though the process may seem gross\u2014gently pinching the Spikes to expose some of their insides will strengthen their smell and get you more bites. For more jig types and an ice fishing guide, check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/tailoredtackle.com\/fishing-tackle-kits\/ice-fishing-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">kit. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bucket and Shelter <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frabill-Ice-Fishing-catch-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-19639\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frabill-Ice-Fishing-catch-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frabill-Ice-Fishing-catch-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Frabill-Ice-Fishing-catch-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mossyoak.com\/our-obsession\/blogs\/fishing\/frabill-ice-hunter-shelters-feature-mossy-oak-elements-agua-blacktip\">Mossy Oak<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you&#8217;ve drilled your hole and set up your bait, and you&#8217;re waiting to get a bite from that trophy fish. Sometimes, the bite comes immediately, and other times, you have to wait a while. Either way, you want to be comfortable in the meantime. That&#8217;s why a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ice-fishing-bucket\/s?k=ice+fishing+bucket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bucket <\/a>and some form of shelter\u2014usually a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Best-Sellers-Ice-Fishing-Shelters\/zgbs\/sporting-goods\/3473431\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tent<\/a>\u2014are integral to creating an ideal ice fishing environment. Without them, it would be hard to stay out on the ice for hours. Plus, since many ice fishing trips often turn into a sort of tailgating experience, you want to make sure you&#8217;ll have somewhere to relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sled-and-tarp-straps\">Sled and Tarp Straps <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1362\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4360974380_8269ad7d26_k.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27326\" style=\"aspect-ratio:9\/16;object-fit:cover;width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4360974380_8269ad7d26_k.jpg 1362w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4360974380_8269ad7d26_k-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4360974380_8269ad7d26_k-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4360974380_8269ad7d26_k-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/4360974380_8269ad7d26_k-1022x1536.jpg 1022w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1362px) 100vw, 1362px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/46053374@N05\/4360974380\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you already have a large recreational sled, you can easily use it for your ice fishing ventures. However, if you have yet to purchase a sled, you will have the most success with a <a href=\"https:\/\/tailoredtackle.com\/ice-fishing\/10-best-ice-fishing-tackle-gear\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">4-5<\/a> ft. long sled ranging 2-3 ft. wide and one ft. deep. This size sled will easily navigate the ice and also provide plenty of room for your equipment. Additionally, you will want to purchase <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/tarp-straps\/s?k=tarp+straps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tarp straps<\/a> to secure your items. We recommend rubber straps, so your fishing hooks won&#8217;t get stuck in them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-metal-cleats-and-safety-picks\">Metal Cleats and Safety Picks <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831168.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831168.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831168-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831168-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831168-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakehomes.com\/info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/pexels-tima-miroshnichenko-6831168-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/cold-glacier-snow-fishing-6831168\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tima Miroshnichenko<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The last components of the ice fishing guide, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ice-fishing-cleats\/s?k=ice+fishing+cleats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">metal cleats<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Eagle-Claw-Ice-Safety-Picks\/dp\/B00649UBFA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">safety picks<\/a> will keep you safe while on the ice. Metal cleats prevent you from slipping and increase your overall mobility. However, if you do fall,  safety picks will keep you secure. Wrapped around the shoulders, these corded picks enhance your ability to climb out on the water and get back on the ice. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you have everything you need for your winter ice fishing adventures. So now, get the whole family together and get ready to have some freezing good times! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s no surprise that Northern residents and visitors flock to their frozen lakes to go ice fishing. A beginner-friendly sport, ice fishing makes for a fun family outing. Plus, it&#8217;s true that fish caught from frozen lakes taste better due to the lack of algae. In previous Lake Homes Lifestyle articles, we detailed top ice fishing tips for beginners and discussed the best lakes in the United States for ice fishing. So now you know the basics and where to go to try out your new skills. But what items do you need to get started? Well, unlike standard fishing,&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":45,"featured_media":27322,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12055],"tags":[17328,17320,17329,8737,345,17323,17327,10069,17331,341,17330,17326,17325,17324,112,12778],"class_list":["post-19573","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lake-activities","tag-angler","tag-auger","tag-bait","tag-fish","tag-fishing","tag-frozen-lakes","tag-ice-fish","tag-ice-fishing","tag-jigs","tag-lake-activities","tag-lure","tag-panfish","tag-pike","tag-walleye","tag-winter","tag-winter-lake-activities"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.3 (Yoast SEO v27.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Ice Fishing Guide: Gear and Equipment<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" 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