Location: Eagan, Carlson Park, Carlson Lake Lane and Svensk Lane
Species present: Bluegill, Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Channel Catfish, Walleye, Bullhead
Depth: 19 feet
Size: 11 acres
Lake Map: Download map
Wheelchair access: Poor
MTC bus: None nearby
Park entrance fee: No
Restrooms: No
Parking: Fair
Picnic: No
Grills: No
Playground: Yes
Other activities: Shore fishing structure, walking path
Agency: City of Eagan, Parks and Recreation Department (651) 675-5500
Fishing pier: Yes
Comments: Carlson Lake has a history of nice-sized panfish, Largemouth Bass and Walleye. The fishing pier on the east side of the lake provides great fishing opportunities to target gamefish. The lake is has steep shorlines and it is easy to reach deep water when fishing from shore.
2012 Lake Survey Results:
| Location and Date | Species | Abundance | Average Length (in) | Maximum Length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlson (Quigley) | Black Crappie | low | 7.4 | 8.3 |
| (Dakota) | Bluegill | med | 5.8 | 7.6 |
| 7/30/2012 | Walleye | low | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Hybrid Sunfish | low | 4.5 | 5.1 | |
| Largemouth Bass | low | 13.6 | 16.3 | |
| Black Bullhead | low | 9.6 | 9.6 |
