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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Augusta, MN
- How big is Lake Augusta?
- How deep is Lake Augusta?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Augusta?
- What are the closest cities to Lake Augusta?
- Are there places to stay in the Lake Augusta area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Augusta?
- What are the fishing regulations for Lake Augusta?
- What is the average air temp for Lake Augusta?
How big is Lake Augusta?
How deep is Lake Augusta?
What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Augusta?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Brook Silverside, Cisco (Tullibee), Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Shorthead Redhorse and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Lake Augusta?
Are there places to stay in the Lake Augusta area?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Augusta?
What are the fishing regulations for Lake Augusta?
There are specific fishing regulations Lake Augusta that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Lake Augusta?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Augusta Lake is a 177 acre lake located on the Clearwater River near the town of South Haven in Wright County. The lake has a maximum depth of 82 feet and good water clarity; Secchi depth was 7.0 feet in early July and MPCA data show a ten year summer average of 6.6 feet. The watershed is large and land use is primarily agriculture with some pasture. There is no public boat access, but the lake can be reached from nearby Clearwater Lake. Anglers can expect good fishing for Northern Pike and panfish. The last survey was in 2014.
Emergent plants are common in the lake, primarily cattails. Submerged vegetation is abundant, but has not been surveyed recently. Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussels (invasive species) are present and boaters should take extra precautions to prevent their spread to other lakes.
Northern Pike numbers were above the expected range of values for lakes similar to Augusta and much higher than 2015. Lengths ranged from 17.6 inches to 32.0 inches with an average length and weight of 22.4 inches and 2.4 pounds. Eleven percent of Northern Pike were 26 inches or longer.
Largemouth Bass were sampled by day time electrofishing on June 3rd. The catch (21.2/hour) was well below the Sauk Rapids average (43/hour), but similar to 2014 (25/hour). Bass size was good; lengths ranged from 7.1 to 19.7 inches with an average length of 14.4 inches. Fifty percent were 15 inches or longer.
Walleye are not stocked in Augusta Lake but likely immigrate from Clearwater Lake. The Walleye catch was low, but within the expected range of values for lakes similar to Augusta and close to past results. Lengths ranged from 14.4 to 21.9 inches with an average length and weight of 19.5 inches and 2.4 pounds.
Bluegill numbers were higher than 2014 but within the expected range of values for similar lakes. Bluegill lengths ranged from 3.2 to 8.7 inches with an average length of 5.2 inches. Two percent of Bluegill caught were eight inches or longer. Black Crappie numbers were higher than 2014 and within the expected range of values. Black Crappie lengths ranged from 3.2 to 13.5 inches with an average length of 7.9 inches. Forty-six percent of Black Crappie were 10 inches or longer.
The Yellow Perch catch rate was much higher than 2014 but within the expected range of values for lakes similar to Augusta. Lengths ranged from 4.9 to 7.6 inches with an average length of 5.6 inches. It seems surprising that both perch and pike numbers have increased since 2014.
Other species captured included: Black Bullhead, Brown Bullhead, Channel Catfish, Cisco (Tullibee), Common Carp, Hybrid Sunfish, Pumpkinseed, White Sucker, and Yellow Bullhead.
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More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Lake Augusta...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Otter Lake | 1.6 mi | 92 | 51 ft |
| Lake Caroline | 1.7 mi | 135 | 45 ft |
| Clearwater Lake | 2.5 mi | 3,187 | 73 ft |
| Pleasant Lake | 2.8 mi | 597 | 74 ft |
| Lake John | 2.9 mi | 397 | 28 ft |
| Marie Lake | 2.9 mi | 146 | 36 ft |
| Laura Lake | 3.0 mi | 141 | |
| Grass Lake | 3.4 mi | 71 | 35 ft |
| Bass Lake | 3.5 mi | 222 | 34 ft |
| East Lake Sylvia | 3.7 mi | 669 | 78 ft |
