Lake Pepin
Todd County, Minnesota
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We want to see what you've caught on Lake Pepin.Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Pepin, MN
- How big is Lake Pepin?
- How deep is Lake Pepin?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Pepin?
- What are the closest cities to Lake Pepin?
- Are there places to stay in the Lake Pepin area?
- Are there boat launches on Lake Pepin?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Pepin?
- What is the average air temp for Lake Pepin?
- Are there any state parks near Lake Pepin?
How big is Lake Pepin?
How deep is Lake Pepin?
What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Pepin?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Blacknose Shiner, Brook Stickleback, Central Mudminnow, Common Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Johnny Darter, Least Darter, Pugnose Shiner, Shorthead Redhorse, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Lake Pepin?
Are there places to stay in the Lake Pepin area?
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Are there boat launches on Lake Pepin?
Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Pepin?
History & Status of the Fishery
Pepin Lake is a small, 41-acre lake located next to the town of Swanville. It has a public access/boat ramp on the east side of the lake. There is also a public fishing pier that is popular with shore anglers. The lake has a connection to the Swan River which can influence fish species diversity. Dense chara (muskgrass) and cattail rim the lake's perimeter, beyond which drops off abruptly to deeper water.
A standard survey that included three gill nets was completed June 26-27, 2023. Trap nets were not used. The last standard survey completed was in 2010. Northern Pike and White sucker were by far the most common species caught. The pike catch rate was 11.0 fish/gill net, higher than in 2010 and 2003 which were 6.3 and 5.7 fish/gill net, respectively. Lengths in this survey ranged from 15.9-31.3 inches. Twelve percent of the sample was 24 inches or more. Survey infrequency and high variability limit useful comparisons to past data. White Sucker CPE was 9.0 fish/gill net, mean length was 17.1 inches. Other
species captured included Black Bullhead (1), Black Crappie (2), Bluegill (2), Bowfin (1) and Yellow Perch (3). Pepin Lake is not managed for Walleye, however, private stocking is permitted not to exceed every other year intervals.
What is the average air temp for Lake Pepin?
Are there any state parks near Lake Pepin?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Lake Pepin...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Polander Lake | 1.1 mi | 30 | |
| Moose Lake | 2.5 mi | 131 | 26 ft |
| Little Swan Lake | 2.6 mi | 164 | 67 ft |
| Mons Lake | 3.1 mi | 95 | 80 ft |
| Bass Lake | 3.5 mi | 123 | 82 ft |
| Buck Lake | 3.8 mi | 61 | 39 ft |
| Long Lake | 3.9 mi | 399 | 63 ft |
| Coon Lake | 4.2 mi | 15 | |
| Beauty Lake | 4.9 mi | 22 | |
| Mountain Lake | 5.0 mi | 56 | 44 ft |
