Cottonwood County Minnesota Fishing
23 documented fish species across 5 graded Cottonwood County lakes.
Panfish
Catfish & Bullhead
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Cottonwood County Fishing Lakes
| Lake | Grade | Clarity | Max Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bingham Lake | C | 4 ft | 10 ft | 8 |
| Cottonwood Lake | D | 2.1 ft | 10 ft | 15 |
| String Lake | F | 0.3 ft | 3.8 ft | 11 |
| Mountain Lake | F | 1.2 ft | 8 ft | 12 |
| Talcot Lake | F | 0.2 ft | 6 ft | 19 |
DNR Survey Reports
- String Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Mountain Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Cottonwood Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Bingham Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Bingham Lake — Fish Stocking History
- Bingham Lake — Public Water Access Sites
- Cottonwood Lake — Fish Stocking History
- Cottonwood Lake — Public Water Access Sites
- Double Lake — Public Water Access Sites
- Mountain Lake — Fish Stocking History
- Mountain Lake — Public Water Access Sites
- String Lake — Fish Stocking History
- String Lake — Public Water Access Sites
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in Cottonwood County lakes?
Cottonwood County, Minnesota has 23 documented fish species across 5 graded lakes, including Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch.
What is the best-graded fishing lake in Cottonwood County?
Bingham Lake holds the highest water-quality grade (C) among Cottonwood County lakes with a documented fishery.