White Sand Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota
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- How big is White Sand Lake?
- How deep is White Sand Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in White Sand Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for White Sand Lake?
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- Are there places to stay in the White Sand Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on White Sand Lake?
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- What is the average air temp for White Sand Lake?
- Are there any state parks near White Sand Lake?
How big is White Sand Lake?
How deep is White Sand Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in White Sand Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for White Sand Lake?
What are the closest cities to White Sand Lake?
Are there places to stay in the White Sand Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on White Sand Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near White Sand Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in White Sand 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
Those familiar with White Sand Lake may think of a lake located conveniently in the city limits of Baxter, with extensive sand beaches, due in part to removal of vegetation by lakeshore owners. With heavy rain and snowfall in recent years, White Sand looks much different, with water up into trees and into lawns and even houses in some areas.
The fish community is diverse, with largemouth bass and black crappies currently providing the best options for anglers. Bass were sample by night electrofishing in the spring at a high rate of 133.5/hr. Average length was 13.3" and 64% of the fish were 12" or larger. Black crappie were caught in average numbers for this type of lake at 4.6/gill net. Crappies had an average length of 7.2" and 39% of the fish measured 8" or larger. Fish up to 12.0" were captured.
Another possible option in White Sand are walleyes. They are stocked as yearlings or adults up to 512 lbs. in a 4 year window. This basically makes them catchable almost immediately and the netting showed that, as all of the fish were 17" or larger, with an average length of 20.5". The net catch of 2.3/gill net was average for this type of lake.
Northern pike and bluegill weren't as impressive. Northern pike numbers and size have been a problem in the past. Since the water level fluctuates dramatically, spawning habitat for pike can disappear in low years and be abundant, with many connections to suitable spawning, in high years. Numbers were down a little in this survey at 6.6/gill net, a reasonable level. In high water years, it is not feasible to operate the northern pike spawning barriers in 2 locations on the lake that may help. Size was relatively small, with an average length of 17.8" and 9% of the fish above the 22"-26" protected slot. Bluegill numbers were average at 9.7/trap net with an average length of 5.3" and 24% of the fish measuring 7" or larger.
What is the average air temp for White Sand Lake?
Are there any state parks near White Sand Lake?
Crow Wing State Park
Pillsbury State Forest
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Crow Wing State Forest
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around White Sand Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Unnamed Lake | 0.8 mi | 12 | |
| Rush Lake | 0.8 mi | 49 | |
| Perch Lake | 1.3 mi | 266 | 40 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.4 mi | 10 | |
| Whipple Lake | 1.4 mi | 301 | 29 ft |
| Red Sand Lake | 1.5 mi | 521 | 23 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.7 mi | 49 | |
| Mile Lake | 2.0 mi | 77 | |
| Jacks Lake | 2.8 mi | 25 | |
| Island Lake | 2.8 mi | 37 |
