Fountain Lake
Freeborn County, Minnesota
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Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fountain Lake, MN
- How big is Fountain Lake?
- How deep is Fountain Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Fountain Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Fountain Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Fountain Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Fountain Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Fountain Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Fountain Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Fountain Lake?
How big is Fountain Lake?
Fountain Lake is approximately 361 sq acres (1.5 sq km) in size with 15 miles (24.1 km) of shoreline.
How deep is Fountain Lake?
Fountain Lake is approximately 14 feet (4.3 m) at its deepest point.
What kind of fish can you catch in Fountain Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Bigmouth Buffalo, Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Carp, Channel Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, White Crappie, Yellow Bullhead and Yellow Perch in Fountain Lake.
Other fish species in the lake include Fathead Minnow, Goldfish, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Orangespotted Sunfish and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Fountain Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Fountain Lake area?
Are you craving a weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of city life? Or maybe you're an avid angler in search of the perfect fishing spot? Look no further! Fountain Lake and its surrounding area offer an abundance of options to suit your needs. If you're in need of accommodation, check out our area map which highlights some of the best places to stay. And if you're looking for even more options, head on over to our Travel section. But why settle for a traditional hotel or resort when you can take your adventure to the next level by renting a RV? The open road awaits you!
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Are there topographical lake maps available Fountain Lake?
We have an topograpical map for online viewing near the top of this page. Lake-Link Pro users can download an print a topograpical map of Fountain Lake (.pdf format) along with 2,700 more lake maps. For more information on all the benefits of Lake-Link Pro click here.
Are there boat launches on Fountain Lake?
We know of 2 public boat launches on Fountain Lake. Please observe any specific lake regulations posted by the boat launch and please help keep the launch area free of litter.
Are there places to eat and drink near Fountain Lake?
Yes, you can find numerous options in the area. Click the button below to see what's nearby.
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History & Status of the Fishery
A survey targeting age-0 Walleyes was conducted at Fountain Lake on 22 September 2021 using 76 minutes of standard boat electrofishing. No age-0 Walleyes were observed. In six surveys since 2011, catch rates have fallen below 5.0/hour on-time four times with only modest catch rates of 11.0 and 24.4/hour on-time during the other two surveys. All six surveys were conducted during fry-stocked years to determine the need for supplemental fingerling stocking. The very limited return of age-0 Walleye in the electrofishing surveys suggests fry stocking has been ineffective in producing strong year classes. Additionally, the 2021 Standard Survey sampled an all-time high 14.3 Walleyes per gill net, suggesting either fingerling stocking was responsible or less likely, fall electrofishing surveys are failing to detect a high abundance of age-0 fish.
What is the average air temp for Fountain Lake?
Looking forward to your next adventure at Fountain Lake? Don't forget to plan ahead! Weather can be unpredictable, but we've got you covered. On average, air temperatures during this time of year range from a high around 79°F (26°C) to a low around 59°F (15°C). Of course, these are just historical averages, so be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws your way. For the most up-to-date weather information, be sure to check out our Weather Bar located at the top of this page.
Fountain Lake Reviews
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mike p.
great fishing lake.we caught perch,crappie and channel catfish all on minnows.watch out for the sand bars north of the boat launch.
Reviewed Jul 15, 2014
josh
Daytime Fishing Is Poor, Mostly Bullheads. Evening Fishing Along Rocky Areas Can Produce Walleye.
Reviewed Jul 19, 1999
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Fountain Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| White Lake | 1.8 mi | 168 | 4 ft |
| Pickeral Lake | 2.4 mi | 588 | 6 ft |
| Mud Lake | 2.7 mi | 20 | |
| School Section Lake | 2.7 mi | 68 | 4 ft |
| Albert Lea Lake | 4.5 mi | 2,669 | 6 ft |
| Sugar Lake | 6.1 mi | 59 | |
| Halls Lake | 6.7 mi | 57 | |
| Bear Lake | 10.0 mi | 1,033 | 6 ft |
| Morin Lake | 10.2 mi | 21 | 7 ft |
| Geneva Lake | 10.7 mi | 1,884 | 4 ft |
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