What Fish Are in Big Carnelian Lake?
Big Carnelian Lake in Washington County, Minnesota has 12 documented fish species: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, walleye, white sucker, yellow bullhead, yellow perch. The lake has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring.
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Game Fish & Panfish in Big Carnelian Lake
Big Carnelian Lake supports 5 of the region's most-targeted species: black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, walleye. With a water-quality readings of — and a maximum depth of 66 feet across 457 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.
Lake Conditions
| Water Clarity | 14.5 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 66 ft |
| Surface Area | 457 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
| Species Count | 12 |
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