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Frequently Asked Questions About Deer Lake, MN
- How big is Deer Lake?
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How big is Deer Lake?
How deep is Deer Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Deer Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Bluntnose Minnow, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Deer Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Deer Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Deer Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Deer 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
Deer Lake is located south of Buffalo Lake and the city of Buffalo in Wright County. The lake is 163 acres and has a maximum depth of 27 feet. Deer Lake has a large watershed with most land use in agriculture or development. A public access is located on the south end near the outlet. Mill Creek runs through Buffalo Lake into Deer Lake via a navigable channel and flows out of Deer Lake to the North Fork Crow River. Deer Lake was last surveyed in 1993. Eleven aquatic plant species were found; sago pondweed and coontail were the most common, but curly-leaf pondweed and Eurasian watermilfoil (invasive species) were also widespread. Curly-leaf pondweed covered 1.3% of the lake surface area in June. No water lilies, bulrush or cattail were found.
Walleye are not stocked, but likely immigrate from Buffalo Lake and the North Fork Crow River. Walleye net catches were within the expected range of values for lakes similar to Deer, but have declined since 1993. Walleye ranged in length from 18.5 to 23.5 inches with an average length and weight of 20.6 inches and 2.8 pounds. Growth was average; age five Walleye reached almost 20 inches.
Northern Pike numbers were much higher than in 1993, but both catch rate and size were still within the range of expected values for similar lakes. Northern Pike ranged in length from 18.6 to 35.4 inches with an average length and weight of 22.9 inches and 2.8 pounds. Growth was average; Northern Pike reached 21-22 inches at age four. Nineteen percent were longer than 24 inches.
Largemouth Bass were sampled by boat electrofishing in the spring and the catch rate was below the Montrose area average. Largemouth Bass ranged in length from 8.2 to 20.2 inches with an average length and weight of 13 inches and 1.4 pounds. Thirty percent were longer than 15 inches.
Black Crappie net catches were within the range of expected values and similar to 1993. Black Crappie lengths ranged from 3.9 to 10.4 inches with an average length and weight of 7.4 inches and 0.26 pounds. Growth was average; Black Crappie averaged 7.8 inches at age three.
The Bluegill catch rate was lower than expected, but higher than 1993. Bluegill ranged in length from 3.5 to 8.4 inches with an average length and weight of 6.8 inches and 0.25 pounds. Bluegill growth was average, reaching 6.7 inches at age five. Yellow Perch numbers were very high historically, but low in 2013, perhaps due to increasing numbers of Northern Pike. Yellow Perch lengths ranged from 5.9 to 8.7 inches and averaged 7.2 inches and 0.16 pounds.
Other species captured included: Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Bowfin, Channel Catfish, Common Carp, Hybrid Sunfish, Smallmouth Bass, and White Sucker. Black Bullhead numbers declined dramatically in 2013 and a possible explanation is an increase in the Channel Catfish population. Water quality has also improved in recent years, favoring other species.
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More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Deer Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Goose Lake | 0.4 mi | 52 | 14 ft |
| Birch Lake | 1.0 mi | 99 | 26 ft |
| Mink Lake | 1.2 mi | 94 | 36 ft |
| Tamarack Lake | 1.3 mi | 62 | 26 ft |
| Fadden Lake | 1.5 mi | 20 | 48 ft |
| Buffalo Lake | 1.6 mi | 1,552 | 33 ft |
| South Berthiaume Lake | 1.9 mi | 20 | 73 ft |
| North Berthiaume Lake | 2.2 mi | 24 | 43 ft |
| Albert Lake | 2.8 mi | 58 | 47 ft |
| South Twin Lake | 3.3 mi | 44 | 19 ft |
