Alexander Lake Fishing
Morrison County, 2,709 acres, 64 feet deep.
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Alexander Lake is a lake of 2,709 acres in Morrison County. Depth bottoms out near 64 feet, with an average of 28 feet. 844 acres, about 31% of the total, are less than 15 feet deep. A drive of about 8 miles reaches Randall, the nearest city. It falls under the Little Falls area fisheries office. It is on the DNR muskie lake list with a introduced population.
Recent DNR surveys found walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill and largemouth bass. There are 2 public water accesses around the lake. The most recent standard survey dates to May 22, 2024. The walleye catch of 4.87 per gill net was within the DNR normal range of 4.0-9.6. Median ice-out since 1950 is April 17, from 81 records.
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From the standard survey completed May 22, 2024: catch, catch per set and average weight against the DNR normal ranges.
| Species | Gear | Caught | Per set | Normal range | Avg lb | Normal lb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | Standard gill nets | 73 | 4.87 | 4.0-9.6 | 2.52 | 1.1-1.9 |
| Walleye | Fall electrofishing | 10 | 5.54 | 0.45 | ||
| Northern pike | Standard gill nets | 47 | 3.13 | 3.0-7.9 | 2.16 | 1.7-2.8 |
| Yellow perch | Standard gill nets | 136 | 9.07 | 7.1-33.9 | 0.12 | 0.1-0.2 |
| Black crappie | Standard gill nets | 7 | 0.47 | 0.2-1.1 | 0.76 | 0.2-0.5 |
| Black crappie | Standard electrofishing | 9 | 5.07 | 0.83 | ||
| Bluegill | Standard gill nets | 172 | 11.47 | 0.11 | ||
| Largemouth bass | Standard gill nets | 19 | 1.27 | 0.3-1.2 | 1.02 | 0.6-1.0 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard electrofishing | 131 | 73.79 | 1.35 | ||
| Smallmouth bass | Standard gill nets | 59 | 3.93 | 0.2-0.9 | 1.22 | 0.9-1.8 |
| Smallmouth bass | Standard electrofishing | 45 | 25.35 | 1.65 | ||
| Muskellunge | Standard gill nets | 1 | 0.07 | 0.1-0.3 | 15.29 | 3.1-5.3 |
Gill net catch on Alexander Lake by species
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder lake survey data, survey report. Checked October 2026.
Survey narrative for Alexander Lake
“A targeted survey consisting of summer gill nets, spring electrofishing, and fall electrofishing for juvenile Walleye was performed in 2024 on Lake Alexander.”
“Gill nets are designed and used to sample Walleye, Northern Pike and Yellow Perch.”
“In Lake Alexander, Smallmouth Bass are also sampled effectively with gill nets.”
“Bluegill, Cisco, Largemouth Bass and Black Crappie are usually seen to a lesser extent since they typically occupy different habitat than where gill nets are placed.”
Quoted from the DNR status of the fishery for Alexander Lake (report). Checked October 2026.
Public water accesses on Alexander Lake
- Alexander Lake (W) Access2 ramps, 35 trailer stalls, 1 dock, toilet, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
- Alexander Lake (E) Access1 ramp, 20 trailer stalls, 1 dock, toilet, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
Public accesses close to Alexander Lake
- Shamineau Lake (E) AccessShamineau, 3 miles northwest
- Round Lake Access near PillagerRound, 3 miles north
- Stanchfield Lake AccessStanchfield, 4 miles north
- Crookneck Lake AccessCrookneck, 4 miles northwest
- Fish Trap Lake AccessFish Trap, 5 miles west
- Shamineau Lake (NW) AccessShamineau, 6 miles northwest
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites and Public Fishing Sites layers and LakeFinder, checked October 2026.
Structure of Alexander Lake
5 clarity readings on Alexander Lake date from 2010 onward.
Extremes in the Alexander Lake ice-out record: March 16, 2024 early, May 14, 2013 late.
DNR LakeFinder morphology and water clarity, DNR ice-out records (ice-out data), checked October 2026.
How high Alexander Lake is running
Readings in the DNR record for Alexander Lake come from gauge readers, so each one is dated.
DNR lake level record (datum NGVD 29).
Fish swimming in Alexander Lake
Survey catches from the DNR set this Alexander Lake species list.
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder species list and survey catch.
Alexander Lake rules from the DNR booklet
The DNR posts these special limits on Alexander Lake.
| Species | Regulation | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Pike | All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36". |
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye and sauger | 6 combined total (only 1 walleye over 20" in possession) | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (North-central Zone) | 10 (not more than 2 over 26", all from 22-26" must be immediately released) | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (North-central Zone) | 10 (either 2 northern pike over 26" and none from 22 to 26" or 1 from 22 to 26" and 1 over 26") | Nov. 15, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 except where prohibited |
| Largemouth bass | Catch-and-release only | March 1 – May 22, 2026 |
| Largemouth bass | 6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth bass (when smallmouth season is open) | May 23, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Smallmouth bass | Catch-and-release only | March 1 – May 22, 2026 |
| Smallmouth bass | 6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth bass | May 23 – Sept. 13, 2026 |
| Smallmouth bass | Catch-and-release only | Sept. 14, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Crappie | 10 combined total | Continuous |
| Sunfish | 20 combined total | Continuous |
| Yellow perch | 20 daily, 40 in possession | Continuous |
| Muskellunge | 1 (minimum size 54") | June 6 – Nov. 30, 2026 |
| Channel catfish | 5 (only 1 over 24") | Continuous |
| Rock bass | 30 | Continuous |
| Cisco (tullibee) | 15 (over 7") | Continuous |
| Burbot (eelpout) | 4 | Continuous |
By location Alexander Lake belongs to the North-central Zone; check posted boundaries near the lines.
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations and LakeFinder special regulations, checked October 2026. All Minnesota limits.
How Alexander Lake stacks up nearby
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Accesses | Walleye per gill net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Lake | 2,709 | 64 | 2 | 4.87 | |
| Lagerquist Lake | 3 miles south | 32 | 49 | 0 | |
| Ham Lake, Morrison County | 3 miles west | 42 | 22 | 0 | |
| Round Lake near Pillager, Morrison County | 3 miles north | 104 | 18 | 1 | 1.5 |
| Fish Trap Lake | 3 miles west | 1,164 | 42 | 1 | 3.83 |
| Crookneck Lake | 4 miles northwest | 191 | 22 | 1 | 0.25 |
DNR LakeFinder morphology, access layer and latest survey per lake.
What sits close to Alexander Lake
Lakes one stop past Alexander Lake
- Lagerquist Lake3 miles south
- Ham Lake, Morrison County3 miles west
- Round Lake near Pillager, Morrison County3 miles north
- Fish Trap Lake3 miles west
- Crookneck Lake4 miles northwest
Bait shops an easy drive from Alexander Lake
- Hilltop Sports & Servicessporting goods store, Cushing, 4 miles
- The Stopfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Cushing, 5 miles
- Lincoln Gas & Baitbait and tackle shop, Cushing, 5 miles
- Hot Spot Bait & Tacklebait and tackle shop, Brainerd, 15 miles
- Madden's On Gull Lake Resort Marinamarina, Cass, 15 miles
- DICK'S Sporting Goods Baxtersporting goods store, Baxter, 17 miles
Towns to stay in near Alexander Lake
- Randall9 miles
- Pillager9 miles
- Fort Ripley9 miles
Alexander Lake and its counties
- Morrison Countyseat: Little Falls
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Catches common at Alexander Lake
Photo: Engbretson, Eric / U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Public domain
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Photo: Engbretson, Eric / U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Public domain
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Alexander Lake, asked by anglers
Which Minnesota county is Alexander Lake in?
Look in Morrison County, managed from the Little Falls fisheries office, about 8 miles from Randall.
How does Alexander Lake rank by size?
LakeFinder lists 2,709 acres, 64 feet at the deepest.
Which access serves Alexander Lake?
2 public accesses; Alexander Lake (W) Access is one.
Which fish can I hook in Alexander Lake?
On file: walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass.
What did the last survey of Alexander Lake find?
The newest is a standard survey from May 22, 2024. walleye ran 4.87 per gill net.
Are the statewide limits in force on Alexander Lake?
Northern Pike: All from 24-36" must be immediately released. Possession limit three, only one over 36".
Which Minnesota license do I need on Alexander Lake?
Minnesota residents 16 to 89 need an angling license ($25 for the year); nonresidents 16 and older pay $51.
Is there a level gauge on Alexander Lake?
Ice usually leaves near April 17; most recently April 17, 2026.
Who sells leeches near Alexander Lake?
Hilltop Sports & Services, about 4 miles away.
Add Alexander Lake to the summer list
Check the limits, then pick an access above.