Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County Fishing
Kandiyohi County, 2,339 acres, 33 feet deep.
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Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County in numbers
In Kandiyohi County, Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County spreads across 2,339 acres as a lake. It reaches 33 feet at its deepest point, with an average of 6.1 feet. Water shallower than 15 feet makes up 2,106 acres, or 90%. Census data put Sunburg nearest, around 6 miles away. The Spicer DNR fisheries crew handles surveys here.
Expect walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill and largemouth bass, going by DNR survey records. Public use comes through 2 public water accesses. A standard survey on July 22, 2024 is the newest on file. At 8.6 walleye per gill net, the catch ran within the 3.2-15.3 normal range. Ice usually leaves around April 14, the DNR median across 23 records.
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Read each row against its normal range; data from the standard survey on July 22, 2024.
| Species | Gear | Caught | Per set | Normal range | Avg lb | Normal lb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | Standard gill nets | 43 | 8.6 | 3.2-15.3 | 1.3 | 0.9-1.9 |
| Walleye | Standard trap nets | 14 | 0.82 | 0.3-1.7 | 3.07 | 0.9-2.4 |
| Northern pike | Standard gill nets | 6 | 1.2 | 1.2-7.8 | 2.33 | 1.5-3.0 |
| Northern pike | Standard trap nets | 7 | 0.41 | 5.01 | ||
| Yellow perch | Standard gill nets | 32 | 6.4 | 3.0-22.5 | 0.11 | 0.1-0.4 |
| Yellow perch | Standard trap nets | 5 | 0.29 | 0.3-2.6 | 0.14 | 0.1-0.3 |
| Black crappie | Standard gill nets | 138 | 27.6 | 0.8-11.1 | 0.15 | 0.2-0.4 |
| Black crappie | Standard trap nets | 127 | 7.47 | 1.0-12.3 | 0.35 | 0.2-0.5 |
| Bluegill | Standard gill nets | 7 | 1.4 | 0.24 | ||
| Bluegill | Standard trap nets | 109 | 6.41 | 1.0-14.9 | 0.18 | 0.2-0.4 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard gill nets | 2 | 0.4 | 0.3-1.8 | 1.78 | 0.3-1.1 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard trap nets | 9 | 0.53 | 0.1-0.8 | 1.83 | 0.4-1.5 |
What the Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County gill nets held
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder lake survey data, survey report. Checked October 2026.
DNR notes on Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
“A standard survey was conducted on Norway Lake during late July of 2024.”
“Other sampling conducted included a Fall Electrofishing for young of year "YOY" Walleye in late September of 2024.”
“Norway is a large sized (2,339 acres), moderately deep (33 feet maximum depth), multi basin (West Norway, Big Norway, Little Norway), and productive lake located in Kandiyohi County.”
“West Norway basin (approximately 1,300 acres) is a shallow (<10 feet deep), turbid, and windswept basin with high nutrient levels and limited submergent vegetation.”
Quoted from the DNR status of the fishery for Norway Lake (report). Checked October 2026.
Trailering a boat to Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Norway Lake (S) Access2 ramps, 32 trailer stalls, 2 docks, toilet, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
- Norway Lake (W) Access1 ramp, 4 trailer stalls, 1 dock, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
Basins of Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County listed separately by the DNR
- Norway (Northwest)DNR 34025101
- Norway (Southern)DNR 34025102
Landings neighboring Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Games Lake (S) AccessGames, 1 mile east
- Middle Lake Access near New LondonMiddle, 2 miles east
- Games Lake (N) AccessGames, 2 miles northeast
- Swenson Lake AccessSwenson, 3 miles south
- Andrew Lake (N) AccessAndrew, 4 miles east
- Andrew Lake (S) AccessAndrew, 4 miles east
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites and Public Fishing Sites layers and LakeFinder, checked October 2026.
The Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County basin
Secchi disk readings on Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County number 5, the first in 2010.
Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County has lost its ice as soon as March 11, 2024 and as late as May 4, 2013.
DNR LakeFinder morphology and water clarity, DNR ice-out records (ice-out data), checked October 2026.
Gauge readings for Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
Gauge readers send the DNR the Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County readings; the newest is shown with its date.
DNR lake level record (datum NGVD 29).
Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County fish list
The list for Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County follows the DNR LakeFinder record of fish caught in surveys over the last ten years or the latest survey.
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder species list and survey catch.
Keeping walleye and panfish from Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County has no lake-specific limit in the DNR tables.
| 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 |
Zone rows for Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County: North-central Zone.
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations and LakeFinder special regulations, checked October 2026. All Minnesota limits.
Lakes near Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County, side by side
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Accesses | Walleye per gill net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County | 2,339 | 33 | 2 | 8.6 | |
| Games Lake | 1 mile northeast | 527 | 42 | 2 | 2 |
| Middle Lake, Kandiyohi County | 2 miles east | 368 | 11 | 1 | |
| Swenson Lake, Kandiyohi County | 4 miles south | 108 | 14 | 1 | 5 |
| Andrew Lake, Kandiyohi County | 4 miles east | 759 | 26 | 2 | 2 |
| Florida Lake | 6 miles southeast | 705 | 40 | 1 | 13.25 |
DNR LakeFinder morphology, access layer and latest survey per lake.
Near Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County on the map
Lakes neighboring Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Games Lake1 mile northeast
- Middle Lake, Kandiyohi County2 miles east
- Swenson Lake, Kandiyohi County4 miles south
- Andrew Lake, Kandiyohi County4 miles east
- Florida Lake6 miles southeast
Where to grab leeches near Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
- West Central Baitbait and tackle shop, New London, 9 miles
- Shellfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Spicer, 11 miles
- Mel's Sport Shopsporting goods store, Spicer, 11 miles
- J's Bait & Sportbait and tackle shop, Willmar, 14 miles
- Runningsfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Willmar, 16 miles
- Paynesville Fleet Supplyfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Paynesville, 19 miles
Lodging towns close to Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
- Sunburg6 miles
- New London8 miles
- Spicer10 miles
Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County county pages
- Kandiyohi Countyseat: Willmar
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What Minnesota anglers ask about Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County
Where in Minnesota is Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County?
Kandiyohi County holds it, managed from the Spicer fisheries office, about 6 miles from Sunburg.
How many acres does LakeFinder list for Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County?
About 2,339 acres, 33 feet at the deepest.
How many accesses does Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County have?
2 public accesses, including Norway Lake (S) Access.
Which fish has the DNR found in Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County?
DNR surveys list walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass and pumpkinseed.
How many walleye did the DNR net in Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County?
On July 22, 2024, a standard survey. walleye ran 8.6 per gill net.
What are the limits on Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County?
Nothing beyond statewide limits; it sits in the North-central Zone.
What does a license for Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County cost?
Minnesota residents 16 to 89 need an angling license ($25 for the year); nonresidents 16 and older pay $51.
When does the ice go out on Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County?
The DNR median is April 14, with the latest record March 11, 2024.
Which shop is nearest Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County?
Try West Central Bait, around 9 miles off.
Get out on Norway Lake, Kandiyohi County this season
Buy the Minnesota license online before the drive north.