Carol
A 105-acre lake near Forest Center in Lake County — best known for walleye and pike. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (6)
Walleye
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.3 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 1979 | 11.33 | - | 1.28 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 1979 | 4.67 | - | 2.29 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 1979 | 1.33 | - | 0.07 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 1979 | 1.00 | - | 0.35 lbs |
Rock Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 1979 | 1.00 | - | 0.23 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.3 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 1979 | 5.33 | - | 2.20 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 21, 1979Composed of average populations of walleye, sucker, bluegill and rock bass. Northern pike are present in above average numbers. Yellow perch are prese…
Composed of average populations of walleye, sucker, bluegill and rock bass. Northern pike are present in above average numbers. Yellow perch are present in below average numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Carol?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch in Carol. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Carol?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Carol. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Carol?
Carol has a maximum depth of 16 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Carol last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Carol is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Carol have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Carol in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 104.73 acres
- Max Depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.88 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed