Today's Best Fishing Times
Get the best fishing times for Porter Reservoir with Lake-Link's Fishing Forecast. SEE MORE
Share your catch!
We want to see what you've caught on Porter Reservoir.
Frequently Asked Questions About Porter Reservoir, MN
- How big is Porter Reservoir?
- How deep is Porter Reservoir?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Porter Reservoir?
- What are the closest cities to Porter Reservoir?
- Are there places to stay in the Porter Reservoir area?
- Are there boat launches on Porter Reservoir?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Porter Reservoir?
- What is the average air temp for Porter Reservoir?
- Are there any state parks near Porter Reservoir?
How big is Porter Reservoir?
How deep is Porter Reservoir?
What kind of fish can you catch in Porter Reservoir?
Other fish species in the lake include Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish and Tadpole Madtom.
What are the closest cities to Porter Reservoir?
Are there places to stay in the Porter Reservoir area?
More Lodging Options
Are there boat launches on Porter Reservoir?
Are there places to eat and drink near Porter Reservoir?
Explore the Porter Reservoir area in a RV
Are you looking for an adventurous vacation option that won't break the bank? Look no further than renting an RV! Contrary to popular belief, the process is much simpler than you might imagine. With just a few easy steps, you'll soon be experiencing the ultimate freedom and convenience of exploring the open road in your very own recreational vehicle. And the best part? RV travel can save you up to 60% compared to other types of vacations! With the money you'll save, you'll be able to travel even more and create unforgettable memories along the way. So why wait? Start planning your next adventure today with an RV rental. Learn more about renting a RV.
History & Status of the Fishery
Porter Lake is a 19 acre impoundment of a tributary of Yellow Medicine River created in 1974 by the Yellow Medicine Watershed District as a flood control reservoir. Several game fish species have been stocked and bluegill, black crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike, and yellow perch have developed self-sustaining populations. Curly-leaf pondweed, a non-native plant specie, was discovered in Porter Lake in 2003. Anglers are reminded to thoroughly clean their boat/trailer prior to leaving the lake to ensure that plant fragments and turions are not transported to another water body.
Testnetting indicated that moderate numbers of bluegill and lower numbers of black crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike, and yellow perch were present in 2013. Bluegill, black crappie, largemouth bass, and yellow perch were small and would not attract much angler interest. Northern pike had an average length of 25 inches and weighed nearly 4 pounds. Anglers have also reported catching good sized largemouth bass recently and their numbers were likely underrepresented in test nets
What is the average air temp for Porter Reservoir?
Are there any state parks near Porter Reservoir?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Porter Reservoir...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| John Reservoir | 3.7 mi | 21 | 12 ft |
| Oak Lake | 6.0 mi | 108 | 10 ft |
| Popowski Lake | 6.3 mi | 143 | 12 ft |
| Drietz Lake | 7.9 mi | 72 | 4 ft |
| Del Clark Lake | 8.6 mi | 156 | 30 ft |
| Perch Lake | 8.9 mi | 251 | 16.2 ft |
| Hawksnest Lake | 9.3 mi | 299 | 7.3 ft |
| Steep Bank Lake | 9.3 mi | 199 | 6.5 ft |
| R6 Lake | 11.0 mi | 33 | 14 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 11.3 mi | 174 | 11 ft |
