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Frequently Asked Questions About Round Lake, MN
- How big is Round Lake?
- How deep is Round Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Round Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Round Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Round Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Round Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Round Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Round Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Round Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Round Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Round Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Round Lake?
How big is Round Lake?
How deep is Round Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Round Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Bluntnose Minnow, Cisco (Tullibee), Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Logperch, Mimic Shiner, Spottail Shiner, Trout-Perch and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Round Lake?
What are the closest cities to Round Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Round Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Round Lake?
Are there boat launches on Round Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Round Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Round Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Round 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 Round 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
Round Lake is a 1,644 acre lake located just south of Nisswa in Crow Wing County. The lake reaches depths of 51 feet, with 38% of the lake less than 15 feet deep. Water clarity is good with a secchi disk reading of 12 feet. Although the lake is heavily developed, there are still large beds of emergent vegetation (primarily bulrush). Protection of aquatic vegetation, especially emergent vegetation, is important for maintaining good water quality. Aquatic vegetation is also critical for fish spawning areas as well as providing cover for fish.
Round Lake is stocked annually with walleye fry. The 2013 gillnet catch of 7.3 walleyes/gillnet was average compared to similar lakes. Past survey have had catch rate from 2.9/gillnet (2004) up to 14.1/gillnet (1991). Average size was 13.4 inches and 1.1 lbs, with walleyes up to 26.3 inches captured. Two year old fish (2011 year class) made up 50% of the catch. These fish were between nine and eleven inches during the July survey.
Round Lake has a 30-inch minimum size limit on northern pike which was established in 2003. The northern pike gillnet catch of 13.3/gillnet was above average, and the highest to date. Average size was 24.0 inches and 3.2 lbs. Fish at least 24 inches long accounted for 40% of the catch, and 10% were 30 inches or greater. Northern pike up to 37.4 inches were captured.
Largemouth bass were sampled by a spring electrofishing survey at a rate of 59.4/ hr. run-time. Average length was 12.6 inches. Black crappies were caught in low numbers in both gillnets and trapnets. For both gears combined, 71% of the black crappies were at least 8 inches in length.
Bluegills were caught in average numbers at 12.3/trapnet. Average length was 5.1 inches, and 21% were seven inches or greater. Yellow perch were also caught in average numbers at 29.7/ gillnet. Most of the perch caught were too small to be of interest to anglers at an average length of 6.9 inches. However there were a few larger individuals caught with the biggest measuring 9.8 inches. Yellow perch are an important prey species, especially for walleyes and northern pike.
Round Lake is designated as AIS (aquatic invasive species) infested waters because of zebra mussels. Lake users should inspect and remove any aquatic plants and animals from their watercraft and trailers as well as pull the plug and drain all water from the watercraft, including bilges, livewells and baitwells.
What is the average air temp for Round Lake?
Are there any state parks near Round Lake?
Pillsbury State Forest
Crow Wing State Park
Crow Wing State Forest
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Round Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Bass Lake | 1.0 mi | 40 | 18 ft |
| Little Hubert Lake | 1.6 mi | 194 | 41 ft |
| Lake Hubert | 2.1 mi | 1,288 | 83 ft |
| Love Lake | 2.2 mi | 79 | 27 ft |
| North Long Lake | 2.3 mi | 6,144 | 97 ft |
| Gladstone Lake | 2.5 mi | 437 | 36 ft |
| Hartley Lake | 2.9 mi | 136 | 20 ft |
| Ruth Lake | 3.5 mi | 94 | 42 ft |
| Gull Lake | 3.7 mi | 9,947 | 80 ft |
| Clark Lake | 3.8 mi | 305 | 31 ft |
