Pleasant Lake
Ramsey County, Minnesota
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pleasant Lake, MN
- How big is Pleasant Lake?
- How deep is Pleasant Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Pleasant Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Pleasant Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Pleasant Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Pleasant Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Pleasant Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Pleasant Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Pleasant Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Pleasant Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Pleasant Lake?
How big is Pleasant Lake?
How deep is Pleasant Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Pleasant Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Blackside Darter, Bluntnose Minnow, Golden Redhorse, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Shorthead Redhorse, Silver Redhorse and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Pleasant Lake?
What are the closest cities to Pleasant Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Pleasant Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Pleasant Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Pleasant Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Pleasant Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Pleasant 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?
General Restrictions
- Closed to fishing.
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Pleasant 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
This lake is located within the City of North Oaks, a gated community. North Oaks was initially the summer retreat of railroad baron James J. Hill. Most of the land surrounding the lake was developed as upscale, single family housing by the North Oaks Association, which retains ownership of the land. The immediate shoreline of the lake is owned by the St. Paul Water Utility, which uses the lake as part of the water supply system for the City of St. Paul and suburbs. Large volumes of water are pumped from the Mississippi River and flow through Pleasant on the way to water utility treatment and distribution facilities. The source of zebra mussels was believed to be via the aquifer. The presence of Eurasian water milfoil was confirmed in 2010. The water utility currently operates two hypo-limnetic type helixor aeration units in the lake into which they inject ferric choride to remove phosphorus. Pleasant Lake is a legislative fish reserve set aside for the purpose of fish propagation purposes in 1941. The lake has been closed to angling since that time. The lake's use as a source of fish for distribution to other waters outside the watershed is prohibited by DNR rules to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species present in the lake. The lake has also been used as an egg source for Muskellunge propagation. The St. Paul Water Utility pumps water for household use from the Mississippi River through Pleasant Lake and then downstream to other lakes. This pumping has transported fish that are normally riverine species into Pleasant Lake. Several species of fish common in the Mississippi - Channel Catfish, White Bass, and Silver Redhorse were noted in this system of lakes in 1992. It was believed these fish entered the lake via the water utility aquifer. Zebra mussels were confirmed present in the lake in 2007. Pleasant is regularly used as a source of display fish for use in the Minnesota State Fair live fish exhibit.
What is the average air temp for Pleasant Lake?
Are there any state parks near Pleasant 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 Pleasant Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Charley Lake | 1.0 mi | 37 | 21 ft |
| Teal Pond (South) | 1.4 mi | 10 | |
| Teal Pond (North) | 1.5 mi | 10 | |
| Teal Pond (Middle) | 1.5 mi | 10 | |
| Sucker Lake | 1.5 mi | 63 | 26 ft |
| Deep Lake | 1.5 mi | 72 | 11 ft |
| Black Lake | 1.6 mi | 10 | |
| Mallard Pond (North) | 1.6 mi | 15 | |
| Poplar Lake | 1.8 mi | 40 | |
| Turtle Lake | 1.9 mi | 450 | 28 ft |
