Location: Chaska, Firemen's Park, Flying Cloud Drive and Highway 41
Species present: Bluegill, Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass
Depth: 23 feet
Size: 8 acres
Wheelchair access: Excellent
MTC bus: Route 691
Park entrance fee: No
Restrooms: Yes
Parking: Excellent
Picnic: Yes
Grills: Yes
Playground: Yes
Other activities: Picnic shelter, picnic tables, swimming beach, walking path
Agency: City of Chaska, Department of Parks, Recreation and Arts
(952) 448-2851
Fishing pier: Yes, two.
Comments: The two fishing piers on Firemen's Park pond provide great access to abundant Bluegills and the occasional Largemouth Bass. Surrounded by a city park, this pond creates a great fishing experience for families in downtown Chaska. When the fishing slows, enjoy other amenities including the picnic areas, playground and swimming beach.
More information about Firemen's Park Pond
2017 Lake Survey Results:
| Location and Date | Species | Abundance | Average Length (in) | Maximum Length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firemen's | Black Crappie | medium | 6.0 | 6.5 |
| (Carver) | Bluegill | high | 5.4 | 7.3 |
| 7/05/2017 | Golden Shiner | medium | 7.5 | 8.0 |
| Green Sunfish | low | 4.6 | 4.7 | |
| Hybrid Sunfish | medium | 5.3 | 7.1 | |
| Pumpkinseed | high | 4.4 | 5.1 | |
| Shortnose Gar | low | 19.7 | 19.7 | |
| White Sucker | low | 16.3 | 16.3 | |
| Yellow Bullhead | medium | 8.6 | 12.7 |
