Silver Creek Reservoir
About Silver Creek Reservoir
Silver Creek Reservoir is a 107-acre reservoir near Chester in Olmsted County, Minnesota. It has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 5 Olmsted County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. Special fishing regulations apply to largemouth and smallmouth bass, northern pike, and sunfish, black and white crappie, yellow perch, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Silver Creek Reservoir
- 107 acres, near Chester
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 3.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 107 acres
- Shoreline
- 2 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.5 ft
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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 7
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Special regulations on this lake
- Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: Combined possession limit one. The daily and possession limits for these species apply to the waters listed as a whole, that is, only one daily and possession limit may be taken from the group of waters that comprise the Rochester-Olmsted County Area Lakes
- Northern Pike: Possession limit one. The daily and possession limit of one for northern pike apply to the waters listed as a whole, that is, only one daily and possession limit may be taken from the group of waters that comprise the Rochester-Olmsted County Area Lakes
- Sunfish, Black and White Crappie, Yellow Perch: Combined possession limit ten, of which only five may be black or white crappie. The daily and possession limit for these species apply to the waters listed as a whole, that is, only one daily and possession limit may be taken from the group of waters that comprise the Rochester-Olmsted County Area Lakes.
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 Silver Creek Reservoir?
Silver Creek Reservoir is in Olmsted County, Minnesota, near Chester. It covers 107 acres.
How big and how deep is Silver Creek Reservoir?
Silver Creek Reservoir covers 107 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. The DNR has no depth on record.
What fish can you catch at Silver Creek Reservoir?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Silver Creek Reservoir?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Silver Creek Reservoir.
Can you swim at Silver Creek Reservoir?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Silver Creek Reservoir. 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 Silver Creek Reservoir stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Silver Creek Reservoir; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Silver Creek Reservoir?
Yes. Combined possession limit one. The daily and possession limits for these species apply to the waters listed as a whole, that is, only one daily and possession limit may be taken from the group of waters that comprise the Rochester-Olmsted County Area Lakes Possession limit one. The daily and possession limit of one for northern pike apply to the waters listed as a whole, that is, only one daily and possession limit may be taken from the group of waters that comprise the Rochester-Olmsted County Area Lakes Additional lake-specific rules apply; check the DNR regulations before you fish.