Round Island

Lake County

Near Isabella

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Yellow PerchAverage · 47WalleyePoor · 4

A 55-acre lake near Isabella in Lake County — best known for panfish and walleye. Last surveyed 1983.

Fish Species (4)

Yellow Perch

Average · 47

Average-size fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1983

Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.14 lbs

Catch rate: 17.3 per trap net · typical 0.5–3.8 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 27, 1983	17.25	-	0.14 lbs	Standard trap nets

Walleye

Poor · 4

Small fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1983

Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.10 lbs

Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.4–1.8 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 27, 1983	0.25	-	0.10 lbs	Standard trap nets

Northern Pike

Insufficient

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1983

Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.50 lbs

Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 27, 1983	0.25	-	1.50 lbs	Standard trap nets

Other species in this lake (1)

Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.

White Sucker

Poor · 17

Small fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1983

Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.63 lbs

Catch rate: 2.5 per trap net · typical 0.9–4.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 27, 1983	2.50	-	0.63 lbs	Standard trap nets

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Fishing Regulations

Statewide limits

Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.

Walleye and Sauger

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

6 combined, not more than one walleye over 20"

Northern Pike

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Northeast zone

Angling: 2 (not more than 1 over 40" in possession. All from 30-40" must be immediatley released).

Perch

20 daily and 40 in possession

More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)

Northern Pike

Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Northeast zone

Darkhouse spearing: 2 (Not more than 1 over 26").

Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers

no limit

Biologist Notes

June 27, 1983The fish population is dominated by Yellow Perch, various minnows and White Sucker. Two Northern Pike and one Walleye were sampled. The Walleye is mos…

The fish population is dominated by Yellow Perch, various minnows and White Sucker. Two Northern Pike and one Walleye were sampled. The Walleye is most likely a migrant from Delay Lake.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Round Island?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Walleye in Round Island. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at Round Island?

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

How deep is Round Island?

Round Island has a maximum depth of 4 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Round Island last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Round Island is from 1983. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does Round Island have any invasive species?

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

Are there special fishing regulations on Round Island?

No — Round Island has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide perch limit is: 20 daily and 40 in possession. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.