Brown County Minnesota Fishing
16 documented fish species across 5 graded Brown County lakes.
Catfish & Bullhead
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Brown County Fishing Lakes
| Lake | Grade | Clarity | Max Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellner-Hageman Reservoir | C | 3.7 ft | 24 ft | 9 |
| Sleepy Eye Lake | D | 3.3 ft | 21 ft | 10 |
| Clear Lake | F | 0.8 ft | 8 ft | 12 |
| Hanska Lake | F | 1 ft | 16 ft | 16 |
| Omsrud Lake | F | 1 ft | - | 3 |
DNR Survey Reports
- Wellner-Hageman Reservoir — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Sleepy Eye Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Hanska Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Clear Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Clear Lake — Fish Stocking History
- Clear Lake — Public Water Access Sites
- Hanska Lake — Fish Stocking History
- Hanska Lake — Public Water Access Sites
- Sleepy Eye Lake — Fish Stocking History
- Sleepy Eye Lake — Public Water Access Sites
- Wellner-Hageman Reservoir — Fish Stocking History
- Wellner-Hageman Reservoir — Public Water Access Sites
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in Brown County lakes?
Brown County, Minnesota has 16 documented fish species across 5 graded lakes, including Black Bullhead, Common Carp, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, Bluegill.
What is the best-graded fishing lake in Brown County?
Wellner-Hageman Reservoir holds the highest water-quality grade (C) among Brown County lakes with a documented fishery.