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Frequently Asked Questions About Roosevelt Lake, MN
- How big is Roosevelt Lake?
- How deep is Roosevelt Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Roosevelt Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Roosevelt Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Roosevelt Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Roosevelt Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Roosevelt Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Roosevelt Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Roosevelt Lake?
How big is Roosevelt Lake?
How deep is Roosevelt Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Roosevelt Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Central Mudminnow, Cisco (Tullibee), Common Shiner, Fathead Minnow, Golden Redhorse, Golden Shiner, Greater Redhorse, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Johnny Darter, Logperch, Mimic Shiner, Mottled Sculpin, Shorthead Redhorse, Spottail Shiner, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Roosevelt Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Roosevelt Lake?
Are there boat launches on Roosevelt Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Roosevelt Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Roosevelt 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
Anglers will soon have a new species to fish for in Roosevelt. Muskie stocking began in 2011 and will continue in even number years. Two muskies were already caught in the 2012 assessment and anecdotal reports suggest the initial stocking was successful. Walleye fingerlings (approximately 4"-7") are also stocked every other year into Roosevelt (odd years). The 2012 catch was low for this type of lake (1.4/gill net). All of the fish were over 14" with an average length of 21.5".
Northern pike numbers were average (3.0/gill net) and average size was good at 24.5". Even though tullibees (cisco) were caught in their lowest numbers to date (3.9/gill net), this is still average for this type of lake. This important forage fish, along with moderate numbers of northern pike, probably helps account for the larger size of these northern. Yellow perch are another important forage fish, and were found in the lowest numbers to date (0.8/gill net). These fish don't provide much of a fishery.
Largemouth bass numbers were average, with 46% of the fish measuring 12" or larger. The lake also contains a small population of smallmouth bass. Black crappies were caught in high numbers for this type of lake (2.5/trap net), but they had an average size of only 7", with 40% measuring over 8". Bluegill numbers were average (18.9/trap net), but size was also small with only 4% of the fish measuring 7" or larger.
What is the average air temp for Roosevelt Lake?
Are there any state parks near Roosevelt 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 Roosevelt Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Smokey Hollow Lake | 1.3 mi | 125 | 25 ft |
| Lawrence Lake | 1.7 mi | 225 | 71 ft |
| Woods Lake | 1.7 mi | 37 | 10 ft |
| Papoose Lake | 2.1 mi | 89 | 21 ft |
| Allen Lake | 2.2 mi | 44 | 46 ft |
| Snake Lake | 2.2 mi | 29 | 32 ft |
| Little Emily Lake | 2.3 mi | 99 | 26 ft |
| Little Andrus Lake | 2.3 mi | 27 | 37 ft |
| Andrus Lake | 2.4 mi | 56 | 55 ft |
| Marion Lake | 2.5 mi | 12 | 60 ft |
