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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Geneva, MN
- How big is Lake Geneva?
- How deep is Lake Geneva?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Geneva?
- What are the closest cities to Lake Geneva?
- Are there places to stay in the Lake Geneva area?
- Are there bait or tackle shops near Lake Geneva?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Lake Geneva?
- Are there boat launches on Lake Geneva?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Geneva?
- What is the average air temp for Lake Geneva?
- Are there any state parks near Lake Geneva?
How big is Lake Geneva?
How deep is Lake Geneva?
What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Geneva?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Brook Silverside, Central Mudminnow, Cisco (Tullibee), Common Shiner, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Johnny Darter, Least Darter, Mimic Shiner, Pugnose Shiner, Shorthead Redhorse, Spottail Shiner, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Lake Geneva?
Are there places to stay in the Lake Geneva area?
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Are there bait or tackle shops near Lake Geneva?
Are there topographical lake maps available Lake Geneva?
Are there boat launches on Lake Geneva?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Geneva?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Lake Geneva?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
A targeted survey of nearshore fish species in Geneva Lake was conducted on August 8-10, 2022, by DNR Index of Biological Integrity (IBI) Program staff. Sampling sites were evenly spaced around the lake, and each was sampled by backpack electrofishing and seining with a 50-foot or 15-foot seine, where possible. Backpack electrofishing was completed at eight sampling stations, but two station was sampled from the boat due to site conditions. Similarly, a 50-foot seine was used to sample six stations, a 15-foot seine was used at six stations, and site conditions prevented the use of seines at two stations. Nearshore sampling captured 23 species of fish including eight species that are intolerant of disturbance (i.e., Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Blacknose Shiner, Iowa Darter, Mimic Shiner, Pugnose Shiner, Rock Bass, and Smallmouth Bass) and one that is tolerant of disturbance (i.e., Green Sunfish).
A summer trap net survey was also conducted by IBI Program staff on August 8-10, 2022. Nine trap nets were set along the shoreline in locations that encompassed multiple habitat types. Trap net sampling captured 13 species of fish, including two that are tolerant of disturbance (i.e., Common Carp and Green Sunfish). Bluegill comprised a majority of the catch by number, whereas Yellow Bullhead and Bluegill comprised a majority by biomass.
The nearshore and trap net data were combined with gill net data from a 2020 survey to describe the fish community and provide a Fish-based IBI (FIBI) score. The FIBI uses fish community data to measure a lake's health, and the types of fish species present can help identify any stressors that may be negatively affecting the lake environment. In Minnesota lakes, certain fish species cannot survive without clean water and a healthy habitat (e.g., Pugnose Shiner, Banded Killifish, and Blackchin Shiner), while other species are tolerant of degraded conditions (e.g., Green Sunfish). The FIBI score, composed of several fish community diversity and composition metrics, indicates the overall health of a lake by comparing it to what is expected for a healthy lake. For additional information on the FIBI, search for "lake index of biological integrity" on the mndnr.gov website.
Data from this survey will contribute biological information about the health of the fish community to the Long Prairie Watershed assessment process in coordination with MN Pollution Control Agency.
What is the average air temp for Lake Geneva?
Are there any state parks near Lake Geneva?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Lake Geneva...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Lake Victoria | 1.9 mi | 417 | 60 ft |
| Lake Le Homme Dieu | 2.2 mi | 1,801 | 85 ft |
| Lake Agnes | 2.3 mi | 137 | 31 ft |
| Lake Henry | 2.3 mi | 152 | 32 ft |
| Lake Jessie | 2.8 mi | 110 | 26 ft |
| Kruegers Slough | 3.1 mi | 57 | |
| Lake Darling | 3.5 mi | 1,050 | 62 ft |
| Lake Winona | 3.5 mi | 213 | 9 ft |
| Lake Burgan | 3.7 mi | 174 | 43 ft |
| Laura Lake | 4.0 mi | 59 |
