Does Upper Hay Lake have walleye?

Yes. Walleye have been documented in Upper Hay Lake alongside 12 other species.

Is Upper Hay Lake good for fishing?

Upper Hay Lake has 13 documented fish species and has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. That is a typical species count for the region, supporting a mixed-species fishery. The lake has confirmed public access.

What Fish Are in Upper Hay Lake?

Upper Hay Lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota has 13 documented fish species: black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, 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 crappie bluegill bowfin (dogfish)green sunfish hybrid sunfish largemouth bass northern pike pumpkinseed rock bass walleye white sucker yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in Upper Hay Lake

Upper Hay 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 42 feet across 596 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	10.9 ft
Maximum Depth	42 ft
Surface Area	596 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	13

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