Deer Lake
Size
292ac
Boat Launch
Yes
Carry-in Launch
No
Toilet
No
Boat Dock
No
Species in Deer Lake
Bluegill
Bluegill
Walleye
Walleye
Pumpkinseed
Pumpkinseed
Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Perch
Perch
Northern pike
Northern pike
Rock bass
Rock bass
Crappie
Crappie

Overview

Deer Lake Map

Fishing Regulations

Special Fishing regulations: This lake has special fishing regulations that differ from statewide or border water regulations for those species identified below and take precedence. Regulations listed below are currently in place. Visit the fishing regulations page for links to upcoming regulations for specific lakes.

  • Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: Catch-and-release only.
  • Northern Pike: All from 24-36” must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36”.
  • Sunfish: Daily limit five.
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Top Fish Species

Bluegill
fish
3-9 in
Length Range
6 in
Length Range
2021
Surveyed
Abundance (CPUE)
Understanding Abundance

Abundance ratings are based on Catch Per Unit Effort (CPUE) measurements conducted by the MN DNR, and represent a snapshot of a species population at a given point in time

Source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Survey cadence may vary by state and water body.
Species Lengths
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2021
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