Lake Monongalia
About Lake Monongalia
Lake Monongalia is a 2,290-acre lake near New London in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It reaches 14 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 4 feet, and has roughly 37.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.9 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There are 4 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR, county, township, and city.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Monongalia
- 2,290 acres, up to 14 feet deep, near New London
- 4 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR, county, township, and city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 8.9 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, county, township, city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 2,290 acres
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Average depth
- 4 ft
- Shoreline
- 37.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 2,271 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 13
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Monongalia?
Lake Monongalia is in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, near New London. It covers 2,290 acres and reaches 14 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Monongalia?
Lake Monongalia covers 2,290 acres with about 37.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 14 feet and its average depth is about 4 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Monongalia?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Monongalia?
Yes. Lake Monongalia has 4 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR, county, township, and city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Monongalia?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Monongalia. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Lake Monongalia stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Monongalia; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.