Green Lake, Kandiyohi County Fishing
Kandiyohi County, 5,569 acres, 110 feet deep.
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Green Lake, Kandiyohi County, the basics
Count on 5,569 acres of water at Green Lake, Kandiyohi County, a lake in Kandiyohi County. The DNR depth record tops out at 110 feet, with an average of 21 feet. Roughly 38% of the water (2,120 acres) sits shallower than 15 feet. For supplies, Spicer sits about 2 miles from the lake point. Management falls to the Spicer area fisheries office.
DNR sampling has turned up walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill and largemouth bass. The DNR access layer lists 5 public water accesses. DNR crews completed a standard survey on September 12, 2025. Walleye came in at 12.17 per gill net, above the normal range for similar lakes (4.0-9.6). Ice goes out around April 15 in a typical year (200 records).
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Figures are from the September 12, 2025 standard survey, with the normal range for comparable lakes.
| Species | Gear | Caught | Per set | Normal range | Avg lb | Normal lb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | Standard gill nets | 146 | 12.17 | 4.0-9.6 | 1.35 | 1.1-1.9 |
| Walleye | Standard trap nets | 12 | 0.8 | 0.3-0.9 | 2.42 | 1.0-2.2 |
| Northern pike | Standard gill nets | 40 | 3.33 | 3.0-7.9 | 3.51 | 1.7-2.8 |
| Northern pike | Standard trap nets | 3 | 0.2 | 1.94 | ||
| Yellow perch | Standard gill nets | 47 | 3.92 | 7.1-33.9 | 0.14 | 0.1-0.2 |
| Yellow perch | Standard trap nets | 1 | 0.07 | 0.7-3.7 | 0.12 | 0.1-0.2 |
| Black crappie | Standard gill nets | 1 | 0.08 | 0.2-1.1 | 0.34 | 0.2-0.5 |
| Black crappie | Standard trap nets | 41 | 2.73 | 0.3-1.7 | 0.63 | 0.3-0.6 |
| Bluegill | Standard gill nets | 19 | 1.58 | 0.14 | ||
| Bluegill | Standard trap nets | 406 | 27.07 | 3.7-42.9 | 0.08 | 0.1-0.2 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard gill nets | 7 | 0.58 | 0.3-1.2 | 0.6 | 0.6-1.0 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard trap nets | 30 | 2 | 0.4-1.4 | 0.15 | 0.3-0.7 |
Gill net results from Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder lake survey data, survey report. Checked October 2026.
DNR biologists on Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
“A standard survey in Green Lake was conducted during mid-September of 2025 using lake survey gillnets and trapnets.”
“Standard surveys were done during the last week of July or first week of August prior to 2021.”
“Targeted surveys were conducted to determine if September gillnetting would more effectively sample the Walleye population than the standard July-August surveys in Green Lake during 2017-2020.”
“Current standard surveys have been conducted during or after the fall turnover since 2021.”
Quoted from the DNR status of the fishery for Green Lake (report). Checked October 2026.
Reaching Green Lake, Kandiyohi County by boat
- Green Lake (SW) Access3 ramps, 21 trailer stalls, 3 docks, toilet, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
- Green Lake (NE) Access2 ramps, 15 trailer stalls, 1 dock, toilet, Kandiyohi County
- Green Lake (E) Access1 ramp, 3 trailer stalls, 1 dock, Irving Township
- Green Lake (NW) Access1 ramp, 7 trailer stalls, 1 dock, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
- Green Lake (S) Access1 ramp, 2 trailer stalls, 1 dock, Green Lake Township
Landings around Green Lake, Kandiyohi County on the map
- Nest Lake (E) AccessNest, 2 miles northwest
- Elkhorn Lake AccessElkhorn, 3 miles southwest
- Calhoun Lake AccessCalhoun, 4 miles east
- Bass Lake Access near SpicerBass, 4 miles south
- Middle Fork Crow River, Mill Pond AccessLake Monongalia, 4 miles northwest
- Middle Fork Crow River, Joe Neer AccessLake Monongalia, 4 miles north
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites and Public Fishing Sites layers and LakeFinder, checked October 2026.
Shallows and depth on Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
The clarity record for Green Lake, Kandiyohi County holds 32 Secchi readings going back to 2006.
The DNR record shows Green Lake, Kandiyohi County opening as early as March 15, 2024 and as late as May 8, 2013.
DNR LakeFinder morphology and water clarity, DNR ice-out records (ice-out data), checked October 2026.
Green Lake, Kandiyohi County level reading
The DNR lake level record for Green Lake, Kandiyohi County is a manual gauge series, so the latest entry carries its date rather than a live value.
DNR lake level record (datum NGVD 29).
Species the DNR has recorded in Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
DNR survey crews recorded each fish on this Green Lake, Kandiyohi County list.
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder species list and survey catch.
Fish you may keep from Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
For the species listed here, Green Lake, Kandiyohi County follows its own regulations instead of statewide limits.
| Species | Regulation | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye | Possession limit three. |
| 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 |
The pike and bass rows shown are the North-central Zone rows, the zone Green Lake, Kandiyohi County falls in.
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations and LakeFinder special regulations, checked October 2026. All Minnesota limits.
Green Lake, Kandiyohi County record catches
| Species | Weight | Date | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid Sunfish | 1 lb 12 oz | 2022-09-18 | certified weight |
Minnesota DNR state records; angler names left out. All records.
Green Lake, Kandiyohi County next to nearby lakes
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Accesses | Walleye per gill net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Lake, Kandiyohi County | 5,569 | 110 | 5 | 12.17 | |
| Nest Lake | 3 miles west | 969 | 40 | 2 | 3.33 |
| Elkhorn Lake | 3 miles southwest | 79 | 41 | 1 | 10 |
| Calhoun Lake | 4 miles northeast | 647 | 13 | 1 | 1 |
| Bass Lake, Kandiyohi County | 4 miles south | 50 | 31 | 1 | 2 |
| George Lake, Kandiyohi County | 4 miles west | 228 | 34 | 1 | 2.67 |
DNR LakeFinder morphology, access layer and latest survey per lake.
Around Green Lake, Kandiyohi County, up close
Lakes worth a look near Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Nest Lake3 miles west
- Elkhorn Lake3 miles southwest
- Calhoun Lake4 miles northeast
- Bass Lake, Kandiyohi County4 miles south
- George Lake, Kandiyohi County4 miles west
Tackle stops on the way to Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Shellfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Spicer, 2 miles
- Mel's Sport Shopsporting goods store, Spicer, 2 miles
- West Central Baitbait and tackle shop, New London, 3 miles
- J's Bait & Sportbait and tackle shop, Willmar, 10 miles
- Paynesville Fleet Supplyfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Paynesville, 12 miles
- Runningsfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Willmar, 13 miles
Overnight bases for Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Spicer2 miles
- New London4 miles
- Kandiyohi8 miles
Counties surrounding Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Kandiyohi Countyseat: Willmar
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Reader questions on Green Lake, Kandiyohi County
How far is Green Lake, Kandiyohi County from a city?
It lies in Kandiyohi County, managed from the Spicer fisheries office, about 2 miles from Spicer.
How much surface water does LakeFinder give Green Lake, Kandiyohi County?
5,569 acres, 110 feet at the deepest.
Can I trailer a boat onto Green Lake, Kandiyohi County?
There are 5 public accesses; Green Lake (SW) Access is the largest.
Does Green Lake, Kandiyohi County have walleye?
The DNR has recorded walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass.
How recent is the Green Lake, Kandiyohi County survey?
Most recently on September 12, 2025 (standard survey). walleye ran 12.17 per gill net.
Does Green Lake, Kandiyohi County have special regulations?
Walleye: Possession limit three.
Is a trout stamp needed on Green Lake, Kandiyohi County?
Minnesota residents 16 to 89 need an angling license ($25 for the year); nonresidents 16 and older pay $51.
What is the water clarity of Green Lake, Kandiyohi County?
Median ice-out is April 15; the last recorded ice-out was April 5, 2026.
Is there a bait and tackle stop near Green Lake, Kandiyohi County?
Shell is nearest at 2 miles.
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