Spring

Spring Lake is managed primarily for panfish and northern pike. The northern pike catch rate is high, exceeding the expected range for this type lake. They are relativley small, averageing 18.3 inches in length and 1.4 pounds. Growth rates are average. The bluegill trap net catch rate is below the expected range. Low bluegill abundance is often desirable because it often results in larger average size fish. The average length of bluegill sampled was 5.6 inches. Growth appears to be good. Despite the high northern pike abundance, yellow perch remain relatively abundant. They are mostly smaller fish though, averaging 5.9 inches long. Although this lake is not well suited for walleye, two were sampled. They averaged 2.2 pounds. Only three smaller largemouth bass were sampled in the nets. However, anglers reported that fishing for bass can be good at times. Tullibee were relatively abundant. Tullibee are an ideal prey for producing larger walleye and northern pike. Other species sampled include; black crappie, black, brown and yellow bullhead, pumpkinseed and hybrid sunfish, and rock bass.

Northern pike and yellow perch are very abundant in this lake. Both species are above the averages. Pumpkinseeds are also above the averages. All other species are at or below the averages.

Good northern pike population, low walleye population, probably come from Little Spring Lake.

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Rock Bass, Hybrid Sunfish, Bluegill, and Walleye in Spring. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Spring. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.

Spring has a maximum depth of 36 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Spring is from 1999. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

No invasive species are on record for Spring in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.

No — Spring has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide crappie limit is: 10 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.