What Fish Are in Lake Mendota?
Lake Mendota in Dane County, Wisconsin has 8 documented fish species: Musky, Panfish, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Sturgeon, Catfish. The lake has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring.
All Documented Species
Game Fish & Panfish in Lake Mendota
Lake Mendota supports 4 of the region's most-targeted species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye. The lake runs to a maximum depth of 83 feet across 9,781 acres, conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.
Lake Conditions
| Water Clarity | 5 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 83 ft |
| Surface Area | 9,781 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
| Species Count | 8 |
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