Eagle Lake

How big is Eagle Lake?

How deep is Eagle Lake?

What kind of fish can you catch in Eagle Lake?

What are the closest cities to Eagle Lake?

Are there topographical lake maps available Eagle Lake?

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Eagle Lake

Are there boat launches on Eagle Lake?

Are there places to eat and drink near Eagle Lake?

What are the fishing regulations for Eagle Lake?

There are specific fishing regulations Eagle Lake that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?

What aquatic invasive species are found in Eagle Lake?

Eagle Lake is a 183-acre lake with a maximum depth of 14 feet. The lake is located north of the City of Norwood Young America in western Carver County. Due to shallow water depths, an aerator is operated during winter months to prevent winter kill. Eagle is actively managed for Walleye, with secondary emphasis on Bluegill. Eagle also supports catchable populations of Northern Pike and Black Crappie. The Walleye population is maintained through odd numbered year fall fingerling (4-6 inches) stocking. Public water access is provided by DNR Parks and Trails on the southeast side of the lake off County Road 135 (up to 12 vehicle/trailer parking spaces).

A standard survey (9 trap nets/4 gill nets) was completed on Eagle Lake during the week of 7/17/2023 to monitor water quality and fish populations. Water color was green, with low water clarity, measured at 1.0 foot during the time of this survey. Despite low water clarity, oxygen was 5.9 parts per million (ppm) at a bottom depth of 12 feet, meaning fish were able to use the entire water column during our mid-summer survey.

Moderate numbers of Walleye were sampled with gill nets (5.5/net), near the expected catch rate of similar metro lakes. Average length of Walleye sampled in gill nets was 18.2 inches with the largest measured at 20.3 inches. Despite zero large (>21") Walleye measured, 100% of Walleye caught were of quality size (>16"). Walleye growth in Eagle Lake was fast compared to similar lakes across the metro, indicated by an average length of 18.2 inches by age 4. A strong year class of Walleye (16-20") should provide excellent angling opportunity currently and into the future.

High numbers of Bluegill were sampled with trap nets (29.8/net) above the expected catch rate of similar metro lakes. There were 268 Bluegill sampled in trap nets during the 2023 survey, with an average length of 5.7 inches, and the largest measured at 8.1 inches. Half of all Bluegill sampled were less than 6 inches with less than 1% greater than 8 inches. Although Bluegill are abundant, relatively few large fish can be found.

High numbers of Northern Pike were sampled with gill nets (10.5/net), above the expected catch rate of similar metro lakes. There were 42 Northern Pike sampled in gill nets during the 2023 survey, the highest catch in the previous 25 years. Average size of Northern Pike in the 2023 survey was 24.6 inches with the largest measured at 29.3 inches. Despite the lack of pike greater than 30 inches, high numbers of moderate sized individuals should provide decent angling opportunity.

Extremely high numbers of Black Crappie were sampled with gill nets (188/net) and trap nets (18.4/net) well above the expected catch rate of similar metro lakes. There were 918 Black Crappie sampled during the 2023 survey, with an average length of 7.3 inches, and the largest measured at 11.7 inches. The presence of 11-inch crappie suggests angling could be worthwhile, however anglers should be prepared to sort through many small fish along the way.

Other fish species sampled in were Black Bullhead, Golden Shiner, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch.

Eurasian Watermilfoil, a submersed invasive aquatic plant has been found in Eagle Lake and remains present. Eurasian watermilfoil can limit recreational activities on water bodies by forming mats on the water surface and alter aquatic ecosystems by displacing native plants. The most important action that you can take to limit the spread of milfoil and other aquatic invasive plants is to remove all vegetation from your watercraft before you move it from one body of water to another.

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