Does Big Mcdonald Lake have walleye?

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

Is Big Mcdonald Lake good for fishing?

Big Mcdonald 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 Mcdonald Lake?

Big Mcdonald Lake in Otter Tail 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, rock bass, walleye, 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 rock bass walleye yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in Big Mcdonald Lake

Big Mcdonald 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 46 feet across 992 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	17.4 ft
Maximum Depth	46 ft
Surface Area	992 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	15

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