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Garrison, Minnesota: Wally Walleye

Garrison's giant fiberglass fish, touting its catch prowess to anglers, was an early entrant in the fight over where you'll find the true "Walleye Capital of the World."

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Giant Walleye

The giant walleye in Garrison is currently under repair and not on display. As soon as it's been repainted, etc., a new base will be built for it and it will be moved to another spot in town, according to the locals. They weren't able to tell me where; it's still under discussion.

[Greg Bogart, 06/27/2013]
Giant Walleye in Walleye Capital of the World

Currently moved due to renovations. [Pauly, 06/20/2013]

Wally Walleye

Garrison Concourse Wayside Park

Address:
Central St., Garrison, MN
Directions:
Garrison Concourse Wayside Park. Southeast edge of town, on the lake, on the east side of US Hwy 169 at its intersection with Central St.
Admission:
Free
RA Rates:
Worth a Detour
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