First Fulda Lake
About First Fulda Lake
First Fulda Lake is a 123-acre lake near Fulda in Murray County, Minnesota. It reaches 7 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5.4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 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 2024.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the city, Minnesota DNR, and county.
Plan Your Visit to First Fulda Lake
- 123 acres, up to 7 feet deep, near Fulda
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the city, Minnesota DNR, and county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 5.4 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city, Minnesota DNR, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 123 acres
- Max depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 5.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 123 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
- 2 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
- 9
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 First Fulda Lake?
First Fulda Lake is in Murray County, Minnesota, near Fulda. It covers 123 acres and reaches 7 feet deep.
How big and how deep is First Fulda Lake?
First Fulda Lake covers 123 acres with about 1.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at First Fulda Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on First Fulda Lake?
Yes. First Fulda Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the city, Minnesota DNR, and county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at First Fulda Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at First Fulda Lake. 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 First Fulda Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for First Fulda Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.