Does Clear Lake have walleye?

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

Is Clear Lake good for fishing?

Clear 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 Clear Lake?

Clear Lake in Jackson County, Minnesota has 15 documented fish species: bigmouth buffalo, black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, common carp, freshwater drum, green sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye, yellow bass, yellow bullhead, yellow perch. The lake has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring.

All Documented Species

bigmouth buffalo black bullhead black crappie bluegill channel catfish common carp freshwater drum green sunfish largemouth bass northern pike smallmouth bass walleye yellow bass yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in Clear Lake

Clear Lake supports 6 of the region's most-targeted species: black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye. With a water-quality readings of — and a maximum depth of 9 feet across 434 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	1.5 ft
Maximum Depth	9 ft
Surface Area	434 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	15

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