Byllesby Lake
Dakota County, Minnesota
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How big is Byllesby Lake?
How deep is Byllesby Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Byllesby Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Bluntnose Minnow, Emerald Shiner, Freshwater Drum, Golden Redhorse, Golden Shiner, Greater Redhorse, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Quillback, Shorthead Redhorse, Silver Redhorse, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Byllesby Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Byllesby Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Byllesby Lake?
Are there boat launches on Byllesby Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Byllesby Lake?
What aquatic invasive species are found in Byllesby 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
Lake Byllesby is located on the Goodhue and Dakota county line near the town of Cannon Falls. It is a 1,435-acre run of the river reservoir on the Cannon River created by a hydroelectric dam. Lake Byllesby has three public access, two on the lower end of the lake and one on the upper end. A fisheries survey consisting of trap netting and gill netting was completed in June 2023. A fall night-time electrofishing assessment was not completed as part of this survey. The last gill net and trap net survey was completed June 2019, however surveys previous to 2014 were completed in July. The gill-net catch rates of Walleye and Yellow Perch increased from the 2019 survey. Channel Catfish, Northern Pike, and White Bass catch rates were similar to 2019 survey. However, Black Crappie catch rate decreased from historic high in 2019. The trap-nets had an increase in Bluegill and Walleye, however other game species catch rates were similar to 2019.
Excess nutrients from run off create excessive algal blooms and high turbidity limits growth of aquatic vegetation. The lack of aquatic vegetation likely impacts game fish species in Lake Byllesby. The timing of the annual drawdown that starts on October 1st and ends with refill of the reservoir by May 15 may limit the available spawning habitat for gamefish species. The upper end of the reservoir is highly impacted by excessive sedimentation, creating shallow mud and sand flats at normal lake levels. The fish community present in Lake Byllesby is similar to other reservoirs with a mix of lake and river species of fish. Lake Byllesby can provide a decent fishery, especially in the winter when anglers typically target Black Crappie and Walleye. The reservoir may provide over-winter habitat for many species of fish in the Cannon River, including Walleye.
What is the average air temp for Byllesby Lake?
Are there any state parks near Byllesby Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Byllesby Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Prairie Ponds | 11.0 mi | 12 | 12 ft |
| Chub Lake | 12.4 mi | 228 | 10 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 13.0 mi | 22 | |
| Lower Rattling Springs Lake | 16.1 mi | 57 | |
| Clear Lake | 16.1 mi | 226 | 7 ft |
| Rice Lake | 16.1 mi | 54 | |
| Lake Isabelle | 16.9 mi | 86 | |
| Spring Lake | 17.0 mi | 1,494 | 17 ft |
| Cobblestone Lake | 17.0 mi | 35 | 18 ft |
| Sharp Muskrat Lake | 17.1 mi | 2,577 |
