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Frequently Asked Questions About Sylvan Lake, MN
- How big is Sylvan Lake?
- How deep is Sylvan Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Sylvan Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Sylvan Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Sylvan Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Sylvan Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Sylvan Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Sylvan Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Sylvan Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Sylvan Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Sylvan Lake?
How big is Sylvan Lake?
How deep is Sylvan Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Sylvan Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blacknose Shiner, Cisco (Tullibee), Hybrid Sunfish, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Sylvan Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Sylvan Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Sylvan Lake?
Are there boat launches on Sylvan Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Sylvan Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Sylvan Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Sylvan 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 Sylvan 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
Sylvan Lake is an 894 acre lake located in southern Cass County. The primary management species are bluegill, black crappie, and walleye. A special regulation (5 fish limit) for sunfish and crappies went into effect on March 1, 2005 to maintain and enhance the fishery for these species.
The bluegill catch rate was 6.6 per trap net, which is below average for Sylvan and lakes similar to Sylvan. However, the average size was 6.1" with fish up to 8.7" sampled. More than 35% were 7" or larger. The current regulation appears to have increased and is currently maintaining the quality bluegill fishery of Sylvan.
The black crappie catch rate was 1.3 per trap net, which is about average for lakes like Sylvan. The average length of these fish was 8.2". When both gill net and trap net data is combined, nearly 37% were 9" or larger. The largest black crappie sampled was 12.2". The black crappie fishery also appears to be maintaining its' quality. The future looks promising, as 63% were from the 2011 and 2012 year class.
Walleyes are another species anglers may encounter, due to stocking efforts by the DNR as well as the lake association. The catch rate was modest, at 0.9 per gill net. The average size was respectable at 19.8". The largest walleye sampled was 23.1".
The northern pike catch rate was 6.8 per gill net, which is slightly above average. The average size was only 18.6" although there were northern pike up to 34.6" sampled. Only 6% measured 24" or larger. Anglers are encouraged to keep smaller northern pike and release larger ones over 24".
Sylvan is known as a good lake for largemouth bass. The catch rate was average at 1.4 per gill net. Their average length was 11.4" with fish up to 14.9" sampled. Survey nets typically don't sample bass that well and there are anecdotal reports of larger bass in Sylvan Lake.
Other fish species sampled during the assessment include black bullhead, brown bullhead, pumpkinseed, rock bass, white sucker, yellow bullhead, and yellow perch.
What is the average air temp for Sylvan Lake?
Are there any state parks near Sylvan Lake?
Pillsbury State Forest
Crow Wing State Park
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Crow Wing State Forest
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Sylvan Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Green Bass Lake | 3.2 mi | 44 | 27 ft |
| Pillager Lake | 3.7 mi | 205 | 39 ft |
| Beauty Lake | 3.7 mi | 17 | 39 ft |
| Sylvan Lake | 3.8 mi | 321 | 31 ft |
| Whipple Lake | 4.2 mi | 295 | 25 ft |
| Long Lake | 4.3 mi | 113 | 68 ft |
| Ruth Lake | 5.2 mi | 94 | 42 ft |
| Carlson Lake | 5.3 mi | 92 | 37 ft |
| Red Sand Lake | 5.4 mi | 515 | 23 ft |
| White Sand Lake | 5.5 mi | 413 | 27 ft |
