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Frequently Asked Questions About East Rush Lake, MN
- How big is East Rush Lake?
- How deep is East Rush Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in East Rush Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the East Rush Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available East Rush Lake?
- Are there boat launches on East Rush Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near East Rush Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for East Rush Lake?
- What is the average air temp for East Rush Lake?
- Are there any state parks near East Rush Lake?
How big is East Rush Lake?
How deep is East Rush Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in East Rush Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Emerald Shiner, Freshwater Drum, Golden Shiner, Hybrid Sunfish, Shorthead Redhorse and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the East Rush Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available East Rush Lake?
Are there boat launches on East Rush Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near East Rush Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for East Rush Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations East Rush 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 East Rush 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
East Rush Lake is a large (1480 acre) lake in northern Chisago County. It is connected by a navigable channel to West Rush Lake, but the two lakes are very different in structure. East Rush is shallower, with a maximum depth of 24 feet, and more windswept. Algae blooms can result in low water clarity in late summer. The two lakes are managed primarily for Walleye, Muskellunge, and Northern Pike, with Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Largemouth Bass as the secondary management species. A standard survey was conducted in 2015 using trap nets, electrofishing, and gill nets. Overall, the fishing on East Rush Lake for many species should be quite good. There are good numbers of Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Northern Pike.
Walleyes were sampled at their lowest rate since 1992 and slightly below their historic average, but numbers were still within the normal range for this lake type. A variety of sizes are present, with fish in excess of 28 inches present. Although some natural reproduction takes place, the Walleye population is primarily a result of stocking efforts.
A 24-36 inch protected slot regulation for Northern Pike has been in place since 2005 on East Rush Lake, and was changed to a 26-40 inch protected slot in July of 2015. These regulations are intended to increase the numbers of larger pike. Numbers of Northern Pike in the 2015 survey were normal for the lake type and higher than the historic average. Northerns averaged 27.8 inches and 5 pounds, their highest since 1985. It is hoped that the new, shifted protected slot limit will further improve the Northern Pike size structure while allowing anglers the expanded opportunity to harvest fish up to 26 inches in length.
Largemouth Bass, sampled by night electrofishing on June 9, were less abundant than the 2011 sample and some other Chisago County lakes. However, size was good with the majority of bass 12 inches in length or larger.
Black Crappies were again abundant with the gill net catch exceeding the norm for the lake class. While roughly 10% of the catch approached 9 inches or better in length, crappies between 6.5 and 7.5 inches accounted for one-third of the catch. This year class should provide good angling for the next several years. Bluegill numbers were typical of the lake type. Bluegill size was the largest recorded since the1985 assessment with 37% of the catch surpassing 7 inches. Yellow Perch were abundant in both net types and provide a good food supply for larger predator fish as well as additional angler harvest opportunity.
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Are there any state parks near East Rush Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
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| West Rush Lake | 1.9 mi | 1,579 | 42 ft |
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| Neander Lake | 4.2 mi | 57 | 17 ft |
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| Horseshoe Lake | 6.5 mi | 224 | 53 ft |
| Rabour Lake | 6.5 mi | 53 | 43 ft |
| Little Horseshoe Lake | 6.8 mi | 49 | 43 ft |
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| Rock Lake | 8.1 mi | 88 | 32 ft |
