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We want to see what you've caught on Portage Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Portage Lake, MN
- How big is Portage Lake?
- How deep is Portage Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Portage Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Portage Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Portage Lake area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Portage Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Portage Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Portage Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Portage Lake?
How big is Portage Lake?
How deep is Portage Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Portage Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Cisco (Tullibee), Golden Redhorse and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Portage Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Portage Lake area?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Portage Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Portage Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Portage 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
WALLEYE AND YELLOW PERCH ABUNDANCE IS BELOW STATE- WIDE LOCAL MEDIANS. ALL OTHER SPECIES ARE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE. SHORELINE SEINING YIELDING A GOOD NUMBER OF YOUNG-0F-YEAR WALLEYE. WALLEYE AND YELLOW PERCH ABUNDANCE IS BELOW STATEWIDE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. ALL OTHER SPECIES ARE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE. SHORELINE SEINING YIELDED A GOOD NUMBER OF YOUNG- OF-YEAR WALLEYE.
What is the average air temp for Portage Lake?
Are there any state parks near Portage 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 Portage Lake...DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
Bird's Eye Lake | 2.6 mi | 80 | 50 ft |
Sand Lake | 2.9 mi | 3,575 | 70 ft |
Bowstring Lake | 3.2 mi | 9,528 | 32 ft |
Rush Island Lake | 3.7 mi | 297 | 32 ft |
Bass Lake | 4.2 mi | 93 | 25 ft |
Cedar Lake | 4.8 mi | 178 | 45 ft |
Little Cut Foot Sioux Lake | 5.6 mi | 619 | 20 ft |
Little Spring Lake | 6.1 mi | 136 | 10 ft |
Little Sand Lake | 6.2 mi | 353 | 19 ft |
Little Jessie Lake | 6.6 mi | 628 | 50 ft |