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Frequently Asked Questions About Forest Lake, MN
- How big is Forest Lake?
- How deep is Forest Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Forest Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Forest Lake?
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How big is Forest Lake?
How deep is Forest Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Forest Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Brook Silverside, Emerald Shiner, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Johnny Darter, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Forest Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Forest Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Forest Lake?
Are there boat launches on Forest Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Forest Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Forest 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
Forest Lake is primarily managed for Walleyes (WAE) and Muskellunge (MUE). Walleye stocking at the time of this assessment has been 2.0 pounds of fingerlings per littoral-acre (3,062 pounds) in odd numbered years. Starting in 2008, Muskellunge stocking currently consists of biennially stocking fall fingerlings at a rate of up to 1.5 fish/littoral-acre (2,296 fish).
In 2013, Walleyes were sampled above the median level for abundance in the gill net catch (4.25 fish/set), while increasing from the 2007 assessment (2.13 fish/set). The average size of WAE sampled in 2013 was 18.1 inches and 2.5 pounds. Approximately 38 percent of all WAE captured measured 20.0 inches or longer. Two Muskellunge (MUE) were sampled during this gill net assessment. The MUE captured were 34.5 and 39.6 inches long and averaged 12.1 pounds. Northern Pike (NOP) were sampled above the median level for abundance for gill nets. The average size of NOP sampled was 22.9 inches and 2.7 pounds. Approximately 17 percent of sampled NOP measured 26.0 inches or longer. Yellow Perch (YEP) were sampled above the median level for abundance in gill nets. The average size of YEP sampled was 6.5 inches and 0.12 pounds. Approximately 3 percent of all YEP sampled measured 8.0 inches long or larger.
What is the average air temp for Forest Lake?
Are there any state parks near Forest Lake?
William O'brien State Park
Interstate State Park
Interstate State Park
Wild River State Park
Willow River State Park
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More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Forest Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Shields Lake | 1.5 mi | 30 | 27 ft |
| Little Comfort Lake | 2.7 mi | 37 | 56 ft |
| Clear Lake | 2.9 mi | 429 | 28 ft |
| Lake Keewahtin | 2.9 mi | 92 | 34 ft |
| Comfort Lake | 3.3 mi | 218 | 47 ft |
| Mud Lake | 3.7 mi | 187 | 4 ft |
| Moody Lake | 4.3 mi | 45 | 48 ft |
| Bone Lake | 4.3 mi | 221 | 30 ft |
| Horseshoe Lake | 5.1 mi | 53 | 11.3 ft |
| Green Lake | 5.4 mi | 1,810 | 32 ft |
