Does Smith Lake have walleye?

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

Is Smith Lake good for fishing?

Smith 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 Smith Lake?

Smith Lake in Douglas 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 Smith Lake

Smith 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 30 feet across 666 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	3.6 ft
Maximum Depth	30 ft
Surface Area	666 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	15

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