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What Fish Are in Alton Lake?

Alton Lake in Cook County, Minnesota has 7 documented fish species: northern pike, rock bass, smallmouth bass, tullibee (cisco), walleye, white sucker, yellow perch. The lake holds an overall water quality grade of B (Good).

All Documented Species

Game Fish & Panfish in Alton Lake

Alton Lake supports 3 of the region's most-targeted species: northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye. With a water quality grade of B and a maximum depth of 72 feet across 969 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Quality GradeB (Good)
Water Clarity13.5 ft
Maximum Depth72 ft
Surface Area969 acres
Public AccessNo
Species Count7