Round Lake
Douglas County, Minnesota
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Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 7-8 AM and 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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We want to see what you've caught on Round Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Round Lake, MN
- How big is Round Lake?
- How deep is Round Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Round Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Round Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Round Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Round Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Round Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Round Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Round Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Round Lake?
How big is Round Lake?
How deep is Round Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Round Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Round Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Round Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Round Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Round Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Round Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Round 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 Round 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
A targeted survey was conducted in spring 2022 to assess the Bluegill and Black Crappie populations. This was the first targeted spring panfish survey on Round Lake and will be used as a baseline to evaluate the effects of the new Quality Sunfish Initiative (QSI) regulation. On March 1, 2022, a special regulation was implemented that reduced the daily limit of sunfish from 20 to 5. The goal of the new regulation is to maintain or increase the average size of Bluegill. This survey also offered the opportunity to sample larger Black Crappie, which can be difficult to sample in standard summer surveys. Round Lake supports a quality Bluegill and Black Crappie fishery. Survey results suggest both populations exhibited moderate abundance and good size structure. Almost 36% of Bluegill sampled exceeded 8 inches and almost 35% of Black Crappie sampled exceeded 10 inches. The largest fish measured was just over 9 inches for Bluegill and just over 13 inches for Black Crappie. Panfish anglers fishing Round Lake are encouraged to practice selective harvest to help sustain the quality of this fishery. Selective harvest encourages the release of larger fish while promoting harvest of more abundance smaller fish. Releasing medium to large fish will help maintain fish community balance as well as increase opportunities to catch large fish in the future.
What is the average air temp for Round Lake?
Are there any state parks near Round 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 Round Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Crooks Lake | 0.6 mi | 57 | |
| Crooked Lake | 0.6 mi | 281 | 35 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.2 mi | 44 | |
| Wolf Lake | 1.2 mi | 44 | |
| Mill Lake | 1.3 mi | 451 | 40 ft |
| Lobster Lake | 1.5 mi | 1,334 | 65 ft |
| Gilbert Lake | 1.6 mi | 202 | 17 ft |
| Grill Lake | 1.8 mi | 67 | 11 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.9 mi | 15 | |
| Pete Nelson Lake | 2.0 mi | 57 |
