Serpent Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota
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We want to see what you've caught on Serpent Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Serpent Lake, MN
- How big is Serpent Lake?
- How deep is Serpent Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Serpent Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Serpent Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Serpent Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Serpent Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Serpent Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Serpent Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Serpent Lake?
How big is Serpent Lake?
How deep is Serpent Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Serpent Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Cisco (Tullibee), Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Logperch, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Serpent Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Serpent Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Serpent Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Serpent Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Serpent 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
Serpent Lake is a 1,057-acre lake located in Crow Wing County. It spans the cities of Crosby on the west shore and Deerwood on the east. A public access is located in the Crosby city park on the west end. Another access is located just north of Deerwood on the east shore. Serpent reaches depths of 65' with 32% of the lake 15' deep or less. Water clarity was good with a secchi disk reading of 21'. Development is heavy along the 8.9 miles of shoreline. A 2009 survey found 31 species of aquatic plants. Protection of aquatic vegetation, especially emergent vegetation, is important for maintaining good water quality. Aquatic vegetation is critical for fish spawning areas as well as providing habitat for fish and other aquatic life.
Walleye fingerlings are stocked annually (338lbs/year) into Serpent. The Walleye gill net catch was average, when compared to similar lakes, at 3.7/gill net. Average length was 16.8".
Northern Pike numbers were average at 3.9/gill net. Average length was 22.3" with 23% in the 22-26" protected slot. Northern Pike at least 26" in length made up an additional 23% of the catch.
Largemouth Bass were sampled in high numbers at 2.4/gill net. Average length was 10.3". Smallmouth Bass were captured in average numbers at 0.7/gill net. Average length was 12.4".
Black Crappies were caught in average numbers at 0.6/gill net. Average length was 9.9". Black Crappies at least 8" in length made up 71% of the catch.
Zebra mussels are present in Serpent Lake. Before and after launching lake users are required to inspect and remove any aquatic plants and animals from their watercraft and trailers as well as pull the plug and drain all water from the watercraft, including bilges, livewells and baitwells.
What is the average air temp for Serpent Lake?
Are there any state parks near Serpent Lake?
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Crow Wing State Forest
Crow Wing State Park
Pillsbury State Forest
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Serpent Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Unnamed Lake | 0.7 mi | 22 | |
| Rice Lake | 1.2 mi | 163 | |
| Agate Lake | 1.3 mi | 187 | 25 ft |
| Cascade Lake | 1.4 mi | 44 | 24 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.5 mi | 15 | |
| Olander Lake | 1.8 mi | 67 | |
| Reno Lake | 1.8 mi | 167 | 9 ft |
| Black Lake | 2.1 mi | 106 | 47 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.4 mi | 20 | |
| Rice Lake | 2.4 mi | 69 |
