Does Big Carnelian Lake have walleye?

Yes. Walleye have been documented in Big Carnelian Lake alongside 11 other species.

Is Big Carnelian Lake good for fishing?

Big Carnelian Lake has 12 documented fish species and is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar. That is a typical species count for the region, supporting a mixed-species fishery. The lake has confirmed public access.

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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 is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar.

All Documented Species

black bullhead black crappie bluegill green sunfish hybrid sunfish largemouth bass northern pike pumpkinseed walleye white sucker yellow bullhead yellow perch

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 grade of NR 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 Quality Grade	NR (Not rated)
Water Clarity	15 ft
Maximum Depth	66 ft
Surface Area	457 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	12

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