Does Big Fish Lake have walleye?

Yes. Walleye have been documented in Big Fish Lake alongside 14 other species.

Is Big Fish Lake good for fishing?

Big Fish Lake has 15 documented fish species and has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. That is an above-average species count, which generally indicates a healthy multi-species fishery. The lake has confirmed public access.

What Fish Are in Big Fish Lake?

Big Fish Lake in Stearns County, Minnesota has 15 documented fish species: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, common carp, 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.

All Documented Species

black bullhead black crappie bluegill bowfin (dogfish)brown bullhead common carp green sunfish hybrid sunfish largemouth bass northern pike pumpkinseed walleye white sucker yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in Big Fish Lake

Big Fish 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 70 feet across 557 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	20 ft
Maximum Depth	70 ft
Surface Area	557 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	15

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