Does Wells Lake have walleye?

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

Is Wells Lake good for fishing?

Wells 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 Wells Lake?

Wells Lake in Rice County, Minnesota has 15 documented fish species: bigmouth buffalo, black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), channel catfish, common carp, freshwater drum, largemouth bass, northern pike, walleye, white bass, white sucker, 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 bowfin (dogfish)channel catfish common carp freshwater drum largemouth bass northern pike walleye white bass white sucker yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in Wells Lake

Wells 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 4 feet across 677 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	2 ft
Maximum Depth	4 ft
Surface Area	677 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	15

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