Location: Cottage Grove, Ravine Regional Park, County Road 19 and Hwy 61
Species present: Bluegill, Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Bullhead
Depth: 15 feet
Size: 25 acres
Lake Map: Download map
Wheelchair access: Good, there are some locations along the paved walking path that could be fished from in addition to the pier.
MTC bus: None nearby
Park entrance fee: Yes, visit Washington County Parks for hours and fees.
Restrooms: Yes
Parking: Excellent
Picnic: Yes
Grills: Yes
Playground: Yes
Other activities: Hiking trails, nature viewing, shore fishing blocks, walking path, vehicle entrance fee
Agency: Washington County Parks (651) 430-8368
Fishing pier: Yes, and one shore fishing station
Comments: Ravine is a hidden gem of a fishing lake that has nice walleye and largemouth bass. Tucked away in a valley this is also a great lake/park to go birdwatching at, herons, egrets, hawks, and eagles can all be seen in and around the lake. It is also a popular ice fishing lake and the park offers cross country skiing. The fishing pier makes it easy to get past the aquatic vegetation.
More information about Ravine Lake
2011 Preliminary Lake Survey Results:
| Location and Date | Species | Abundance | Average Length (in) | Maximum Length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ravine | Black Crappie | low | 7.3 | 9.0 |
| (Washington) | Bluegill | medium | 4.4 | 8.0 |
| 08/10/2011 | Brown Bullhead | low | 10.8 | 11.0 |
| Green Sunfish | high | 4.7 | 5.5 | |
| Hybrid Sunfish | high | 5.6 | 2.9 | |
| Largemouth Bass | high | 6.0 | 8.3 | |
| Pumpkinseed Sunfish | medium | 6.0 | 6.9 | |
| Walleye | low | 9.6 | 10.9 |
