Chelgren
A 54-acre lake near Stockholm in Wright County.
Fish Species (1)
No gamefish, panfish, or trout are on record for this lake. The species recorded here are listed below.
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.1 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 1979 | 2.10 | - | 0.67 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 8, 1979Chelgren Lake is fertile, productive and typical of lakes in Southern MN. Max. depth is 24' however, the lake is still subject to winterkill. Most yea…
Chelgren Lake is fertile, productive and typical of lakes in Southern MN. Max. depth is 24' however, the lake is still subject to winterkill. Most years the lake is isolated, except in high water, when fish may move into Chelgren Lake from Collinwood Lake. The present fishery is composed of Black Bullheads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Chelgren?
Minnesota DNR surveys of Chelgren record 1 species, but no common gamefish or panfish among them. See the species list above for what has been sampled.
Is there public access at Chelgren?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Chelgren. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Chelgren?
Chelgren has a maximum depth of 24 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When was Chelgren last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR fish survey data for Chelgren is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Chelgren have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Chelgren 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
- 53.54 acres
- Max Depth
- 24 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.14 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed