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Golden Lake

Anoka County, Minnesota

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Frequently Asked Questions About Golden Lake, MN


How big is Golden Lake?
Golden Lake is approximately 58 sq acres (0.2 sq km) in size with 2 miles (3.2 km) of shoreline.

How deep is Golden Lake?
Golden Lake is approximately 25 feet (7.6 m) at its deepest point.

What kind of fish can you catch in Golden Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Bowfin, Carp, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, Walleye, White Crappie, Yellow Bullhead and Yellow Perch in Golden Lake.

Other fish species in the lake include Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.



Are there fishing guides or charters for Golden Lake?
Yes! There are fishing guides and charters for Golden Lake and/or the surrounding area.

What are the closest cities to Golden Lake?
Nearby cities and towns include Circle Pines, MN, Lexington, MN and Blaine, MN.

Are there places to stay in the Golden Lake area?
Are you craving a weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of city life? Or maybe you're an avid angler in search of the perfect fishing spot? Look no further! Golden Lake and its surrounding area offer an abundance of options to suit your needs. If you're in need of accommodation, check out our area map which highlights some of the best places to stay. And if you're looking for even more options, head on over to our Travel section. But why settle for a traditional hotel or resort when you can take your adventure to the next level by renting a RV? The open road awaits you!
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Are there topographical lake maps available Golden Lake?
We have an topograpical map for online viewing near the top of this page. Lake-Link Pro users can download an print a topograpical map of Golden Lake (.pdf format) along with 2,700 more lake maps. For more information on all the benefits of Lake-Link Pro click here.

Are there boat launches on Golden Lake?
We know of 1 public boat launch on Golden Lake. Please observe any specific lake regulations posted by the boat launch and please help keep the launch area free of litter.

Are there places to eat and drink near Golden Lake?
Yes, you can find numerous options in the area. Click the button below to see what's nearby.

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History & Status of the Fishery

Golden Lake is a small (57 acre) class 38 lake located at the lower end of a sub-watershed of the Rice Creek Watershed in the City of Circle Pines. Maximum depth is 25 feet. A portion of the lakeshore is included in a City of Circle Pines park that contains a boat access and shore facilities for a cascade type winter aeration system. The city park also hosts a fishing pier, swimming beach and a small boat launch. An electric motor only boating regulation is in place on this lake. The aeration system is a permanent structure buried in the ground. The system discharges below the water surface to minimize open water areas in winter. Golden Lake in the past has been stocked with Channel Catfish and Walleye of various sizes off and on since 1984. Efforts to establish a fishable Walleye population have been difficult as no Walleye have been sampled in the last two surveys. The last Channel Catfish stocking effort occurred in 2009 and continued stocking efforts are dependent on finding a quality source of Channel Catfish.

Bluegills were found in slightly above average abundance for lakes similar to Golden with average size being a little more than 6.0 inches. Black Crappies can be found in average numbers and are of below average size. Largemouth Bass were sampled in average numbers for lakes like Golden and are of average size. Northern Pike were also sampled in below average numbers but the fish found were decent sized and averaged just less than 26 inches. Of the east metro lakes stocked with Channel Catfish, Golden has been one of the more successful and historically had one of the highest net catches for Channel Catfish. One 19.0 inch Channel Catfish was sampled in 2018.


What is the average air temp for Golden Lake?
Looking forward to your next adventure at Golden Lake? Don't forget to plan ahead! Weather can be unpredictable, but we've got you covered. On average, air temperatures during this time of year range from a high around 79°F (26°C) to a low around 60°F (16°C). Of course, these are just historical averages, so be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws your way. For the most up-to-date weather information, be sure to check out our Weather Bar located at the top of this page.

Are there any state parks near Golden Lake?
Enjoy more of the outdoors with a visit to an area state park. There are 2 state parks in the vacinity of Golden Lake.

For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.

Golden Lake Reviews
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kyle m.
Circle Pines, MN
3 star rating
Fishing off the dock or off the shore you are guaranteed pan fish, and if you are good, you can catch bass. The fish in here are almost black! I have only heard rumors of people catching the catfish that where stocked, and have witnessed 3 people catch some average size northerns off the dock, but the best way to catch those is to take a boat out to the middle eat the deepest point and troll. As for the walleye, I have only seen a few people catch them off of boats, kinda scattered areas. All in all, it is a wonderful place to bring your kids swimming and a bit of fishing off the dock, or a nice boat ride and fish.
Reviewed Jun 21, 2017

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