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Johnson Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota has 11 documented fish species: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, burbot, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, walleye, white sucker, yellow perch. The lake has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring.

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Game Fish & Panfish in Johnson Lake

Johnson 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 18 feet across 456 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity3 ft
Maximum Depth18 ft
Surface Area456 acres
Public AccessYes
Species Count11

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