Washington County Minnesota Fishing
43 documented fish species across 37 graded Washington County lakes.
Game Fish
Panfish
Trout, Salmon & Coldwater
Catfish & Bullhead
Other Species
Washington County Fishing Lakes
| Lake | Grade | Clarity | Max Depth | Species |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Square Lake | A | 17 ft | 68 ft | 9 |
| Big Carnelian Lake | A | 15 ft | 66 ft | 12 |
| Little Carnelian Lake | A | 20 ft | 68 ft | 10 |
| East Boot Lake | A | 15 ft | 27 ft | 7 |
| Clear Lake | A | 14 ft | 27 ft | 6 |
| Big Carnelian Lake | A | 14.5 ft | 66 ft | 12 |
| Elmo Lake | A | 11.1 ft | 140 ft | 13 |
| Jane Lake | A | 13 ft | 39 ft | 11 |
| Olson Lake | A | 11.2 ft | 15 ft | 11 |
| West Boot Lake | A | 14 ft | 34 ft | 8 |
| White Bear Lake | A | 14.4 ft | 83 ft | 18 |
| Lily Lake | B | 10.5 ft | 51 ft | 10 |
| Sunset Lake | B | 9.5 ft | 17 ft | 11 |
| Pine Tree Lake | B | 8.5 ft | - | 8 |
| Halfbreed Lake | B | 5.2 ft | 34 ft | 10 |
| Demontreville Lake | B | 10.2 ft | 24 ft | 12 |
| Lake St. Croix | B | 5.2 ft | 78 ft | 36 |
| Lost Lake | C | 6.3 ft | 34 ft | 11 |
| Battle Creek Lake | C | 7.2 ft | 15.3 ft | 10 |
| Forest Lake | C | 5.1 ft | 37 ft | 18 |
| Carver Lake | C | 7.4 ft | 36 ft | 13 |
| Bone Lake | C | 5.5 ft | 30 ft | 14 |
| St. Croix Lake | C | 8.7 ft | 78 ft | 36 |
| Mckusick Lake | C | 6 ft | - | 7 |
| Clear Lake | C | 6.2 ft | 28 ft | 14 |
| Pool of Lake St. Croix | C | 4.3 ft | 78 ft | 36 |
| Pool on Lake St. Croix | C | 5.9 ft | 78 ft | 36 |
| Tanners Lake | C | 6.6 ft | 46 ft | 10 |
| Horseshoe Lake | D | 4.8 ft | 11.3 ft | 8 |
| Long Lake | D | 2.8 ft | 60 ft | 12 |
| Unnamed Lake | D | 3 ft | 60 ft | 12 |
| Shields Lake | D | 4.4 ft | 27 ft | 8 |
| Powers Lake | D | 5.8 ft | 41 ft | 8 |
| S. School Section Lake | D | 4 ft | 26 ft | 9 |
| Colby Lake | D | 3.8 ft | 11 ft | 8 |
| Goose Lake | D | 3 ft | 25 ft | 7 |
| Rose Lake | F | 1.8 ft | 11.3 ft | 8 |
DNR Survey Reports
- White Bear Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Unnamed Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Tanners Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Square Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Mcdonald Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Long Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Little Carnelian Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Lily Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Lake St. Croix — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Jane Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Halfbreed Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Forest Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Elmo Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Clear Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Carver Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Bone Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Big Carnelian Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Battle Creek Lake — Fisheries Lake Survey
- Battle Creek Lake — Fish Stocking History
- Battle Creek Lake — Public Water Access Sites
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Frequently Asked Questions
What fish are in Washington County lakes?
Washington County, Minnesota has 43 documented fish species across 37 graded lakes, including Hybrid Sunfish, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike.
What is the best-graded fishing lake in Washington County?
Square Lake holds the highest water-quality grade (A) among Washington County lakes with a documented fishery.