Swede's Bay

Swede's Bay is shallow (maximum depth 6 ft) and is the southernmost lake in the Jefferson Chain of Lakes in southern Le Sueur Co. A fishery survey was conducted on Swede's Bay in August 2002 to assess the fish community and lake characteristics. Black bullhead were abundant in Swede's Bay, but bluegill, yellow perch, and black crappie were also common. Black crappie up to 12 inches were present, although most were around 8 to 9 inches long. Bluegill were up to 8 inches long. Largemouth bass and walleye were also present and may offer good angling opportunities.There is no public access on Swede's Bay, but the lake can be accessed through the shallow channel from East Jefferson Lake.

Swede's Bay is shallow (maximum depth 6 ft) and is the southernmost lake in the Jefferson Chain of Lakes in southern Le Sueur Co. A fishery survey was conducted on Swede's Bay in August 2002 to assess the fish community and lake characteristics. Black bullhead were abundant in Swede's Bay, but bluegill, yellow perch, and black crappie were also common. Black crappie up to 12 inches were present, although most were around 8 to 9 inches long. Bluegill were up to 8 inches long. Largemouth bass and walleye were also present and may offer good angling opportunities.There is no public access on Swede's Bay, but the lake can be accessed through the shallow channel from East Jefferson Lake.

Swede's Bay is shallow (maximum depth 6 ft) and is the southernmost lake in the Jefferson Chain of Lakes in southern Le Sueur Co. A fishery survey was conducted on Swede's Bay in August 2002 to assess the fish community and lake characteristics. Black bullhead were abundant in Swede's Bay, but bluegill, yellow perch, and black crappie were also common. Black crappie up to 12 inches were present, although most were around 8 to 9 inches long. Bluegill were up to 8 inches long. Largemouth bass and walleye were also present and may offer good angling opportunities.There is no public access on Swede's Bay, but the lake can be accessed through the shallow channel from East Jefferson Lake.

Minnesota DNR records list Walleye and Northern Pike for Swede's Bay, but none have a fishing-quality score yet — they may be recently stocked or have limited survey data. See the species list above.

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

Swede's Bay has a maximum depth of 6 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

Yes — Swede's Bay has confirmed Eurasian watermilfoil. Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to avoid spreading invasives to other waters.

No — Swede's Bay has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide walleye and sauger limit is: 6 combined, not more than one walleye over 20". Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.