Little Carnelian Lake
About Little Carnelian Lake
Little Carnelian Lake is a 137-acre lake near Carnelian Junction in Washington County, Minnesota. It reaches 68 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 1997.
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. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Little Carnelian Lake
- 137 acres, up to 68 feet deep, near Carnelian Junction
- 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, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 137 acres
- Max depth
- 68 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 40 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 1997
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 Little Carnelian Lake?
Little Carnelian Lake is in Washington County, Minnesota, near Carnelian Junction. It covers 137 acres and reaches 68 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Carnelian Lake?
Little Carnelian Lake covers 137 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 68 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Carnelian Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list 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 Little Carnelian Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Little Carnelian Lake.
Can you swim at Little Carnelian Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Carnelian 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 Little Carnelian Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Little Carnelian Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Does Little Carnelian Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Little Carnelian Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.