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Frequently Asked Questions About Perch Lake, MN
- How big is Perch Lake?
- How deep is Perch Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Perch Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Perch Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Perch Lake area?
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- What is the average air temp for Perch Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Perch Lake?
How big is Perch Lake?
How deep is Perch Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Perch Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Brook Stickleback, Common Shiner, Fathead Minnow, Finescale Dace and Northern Redbelly Dace.
What are the closest cities to Perch Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Perch Lake area?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Perch Lake?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Perch Lake (DOW #11-0826; Lake Class 20) has a total surface area of 12.5 acres and a shoreline length of 0.79 miles. There is a public access on the northeast shore of the lake on a State Forest Trail. Perch Lake offers Rainbow Trout fishing in a remote, wilderness-like setting. The lake is located in the Foot Hills State Forest and the shoreline is undeveloped. Because of its small size, the lake is ideal for canoes or float tubes. Perch Lake is one of four lakes in the Walker Fisheries Management Area stocked annually with Rainbow Trout. The other designated stream-trout lakes in the Walker Management Area are Diamond, Hazel, and Teepee Lakes.
Perch Lake was first used as a stream trout lake in 1956 after being chemically reclaimed. Rainbow Trout do not reproduce in this lake and the population is supported entirely by stocking to provide a unique angling opportunity. The average length of Rainbow Trout sampled in 2015 was 12 inches and lengths ranged from 10 to 18 inches. Catch rates were similar to previous years indicating that anglers can expect similar fishing as in past years. Historically Perch Lake has supported trout that survive over summer through winter. The presence of large trout (18 inches) confirms that over summer-winter survival is occurring. In January 2015, Perch Lake was opened to winter Trout fishing, providing increased opportunities for trout anglers in the Walker area.
People can have significant impacts on lakes and the fish populations they support. Harvest, lakeshore development, removal of shoreline vegetation, and introductions of invasive species can all adversely affect fish populations. Currently no aquatic invasive species (AIS) have been identified in Perch Lake. AIS are moved from infested to non-infested waters by anglers, boaters, and lake shore owners and can adversely impact lakes and fish populations. To avoid spreading AIS, lake users are required to remove all aquatic plants or animals from their watercraft and drain all water from their boat before leaving the access. If you suspect an infestation of an invasive species in this lake, save a specimen and report it to a local natural resource office. Additional information on all of these topics can be found on the DNR website (www.dnr.state.mn.us) or by contacting the Walker Area Fisheries office.
What is the average air temp for Perch Lake?
Are there any state parks near Perch Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Perch Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Sleepy Island Lake | 1.6 mi | 15 | 23 ft |
| Lee Lake | 2.1 mi | 21 | 24 ft |
| Long Lake | 2.7 mi | 142 | 48 ft |
| Pine Mountain Lake | 3.8 mi | 1,612 | 80 ft |
| Island Lake | 5.0 mi | 93 | 14 ft |
| Cut Lake | 5.5 mi | 32 | 40 ft |
| Variety Lake | 5.5 mi | 160 | 29 ft |
| Bowen Lake | 5.8 mi | 182 | 25 ft |
| Beuber Lake | 5.8 mi | 132 | 32 ft |
| Jackpine Lake | 6.3 mi | 160 | 6 ft |
