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Frequently Asked Questions About Steiger Lake, MN
- How big is Steiger Lake?
- How deep is Steiger Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Steiger Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Steiger Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Steiger Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Steiger Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Steiger Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Steiger Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Steiger Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Steiger Lake?
How big is Steiger Lake?
How deep is Steiger Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Steiger Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Steiger Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Steiger Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Steiger Lake?
Are there boat launches on Steiger Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Steiger Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Steiger Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Steiger Lake that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Steiger Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Steiger Lake is a 158-acre Class 24 lake with a maximum depth of 37 feet. The entire lake lies within the boundaries of Three Rivers Park (Carver Park Reserve). Per park district rules, a fee permit is required to park vehicle-boat trailer combinations within the park; in addition, Steiger has a 15-mph speed limit lake surface-use restriction.
A catch-and-release regulation for Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike has been in place since 1988. In 2014, a population assessment and fall special assessment were conducted to determine composition and abundance of fish present.
Steiger Lake contained a high abundance of Northern Pike (9.0 per gill net, above the 75th percentile), and the fish displayed a good size structure. Average size of Northern Pike was 25.6 inches and 3.89 pounds. Ninety percent of the fish exceeded 21 inches and 26% exceeded 28 inches, with 5 fish over 30 inches. Northern Pike grew fast in Steiger Lake; they reach an average length of 23.1 inches by age 3, and 26.1 inches by age 5.
No Largemouth Bass were sampled during the summer survey; however, an electrofishing assessment to specifically target the species was conducted in fall 2014. The average size of Largemouth Bass in 2014 was 14.0 inches and 1.86 pounds. Forty-one percent of sampled fish exceeded 16 inches, and 10% exceeded 18 inches. The largest fish was 18.7 inches. Largemouth Bass grew fast in Steiger; they reach an average length of 11.1 inches by age 3 and 16.9 inches by age 5.
Bluegill were highly abundant in Steiger Lake; 2014's catch of 85 fish per trap net exceeds the 75th percentile for this type of lake. The fish averaged 6.0 inches and 0.17 pounds. Fifty-four percent of the sampled fish were longer than 6 inches, and 20% were longer than 7 inches. The largest fish measured 8.0 inches. Bluegill grew fast in Steiger Lake; they reach an average length of 5.3 inches by age 3 and 7.3 inches by age 5.
Black Crappie were present at an average level; 2014's gill net catch of 6.2 fish per net was just below the Lake Class median. Sampled fish were not large; only one exceeded 8 inches. The average size of Black Crappie in Steiger was 6.5 inches and 0.13 pounds. Black Crappie grew more slowly than average for this Lake Class, attaining an average length of 6.0 inches by age 3 and 7.6 inches by age 5.
Yellow Bullhead were sampled in the trap nets at a rate just above the median for this type of lake (2.56 fish per trap net). The average size of Bullhead was 10.9 inches and 0.71 pounds; the largest measured 13.3 inches.
Other species sampled in low abundance during the 2014 assessment include Bowfin, Black Bullhead, Brown Bullhead, Common Carp, Golden Shiner, Hybrid Sunfish, and Pumpkinseed.
What is the average air temp for Steiger Lake?
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Steiger Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Church Lake | 0.8 mi | 16 | 54 ft |
| Schutz Lake | 0.9 mi | 106 | 49 ft |
| Kelser's Pond | 1.0 mi | 20 | 34 ft |
| Lake Zumbra | 1.2 mi | 271 | 58 ft |
| Tamarack Lake | 1.3 mi | 28 | 82 ft |
| Lake Auburn | 1.4 mi | 291 | 84 ft |
| Stone Lake | 1.8 mi | 96 | 30 ft |
| Wassermann Lake | 1.8 mi | 170 | 41 ft |
| Lake St. Joe | 1.9 mi | 19 | 52 ft |
| Lake Virginia | 2.0 mi | 105 | 34 ft |
