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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Oliver, MN
- How big is Lake Oliver?
- How deep is Lake Oliver?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Oliver?
- What are the closest cities to Lake Oliver?
- Are there places to stay in the Lake Oliver area?
- Are there boat launches on Lake Oliver?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Oliver?
- Are there any state parks near Lake Oliver?
How big is Lake Oliver?
How deep is Lake Oliver?
What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Oliver?
Other fish species in the lake include Bluntnose Minnow, Fathead Minnow, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Johnny Darter, Orangespotted Sunfish, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Lake Oliver?
Are there places to stay in the Lake Oliver area?
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Are there boat launches on Lake Oliver?
Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Oliver?
History & Status of the Fishery
Oliver Lake is located in western Swift County, approximately nine miles north of Appleton. The lake is split into an east basin (455 acres) and west basin (211 acres) by Swift County Road 5. Although a culvert exists under the highway, limited fish movement appears to occur as the basins typically have substantially different fish populations
Both basins are routinely stocked with Walleyes and at times provide very good Walleye fishing. During recent years, the Walleyes have primarily been from the 2007-2009 year classes. These fish averaged around 22 inches in 2016.
Smallmouth Bass have become well established in the east basin. They were first noted to be present in 2010 and likely resulted from an illegal stocking. Smallmouth Bass have developed an abundant naturally reproducing population. Anglers frequently report catching numerous bass of all sizes up to 19 inches. Several Smallmouth Bass were observed during special sampling on the west basin during 2016 and they will likely increase in abundance there also.
Yellow Perch were present in moderate numbers in both basins with fish measuring up to 12 inches. Lower numbers of Bluegills have typically been present. They grow fast and can exceed seven inches after three summers. Black Crappies were moderately abundant in the East Basin and most of them were smaller than desired by anglers.
Are there any state parks near Lake Oliver?
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 Oliver...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Artichoke Lake | 5.5 mi | 1,970 | 15.5 ft |
| North Drywood Lake | 5.8 mi | 404 | 0 ft |
| Shible Lake | 5.9 mi | 340 | 8.5 ft |
| Long Lake | 7.2 mi | 395 | 10 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 8.2 mi | 19 | 13 ft |
| Lake | 11.5 mi | 4,428 | 5 ft |
| Lake Hattie | 13.3 mi | 459 | 9 ft |
| Peterson Lake | 14.9 mi | 91 | 20 ft |
| Otrey Lake | 15.1 mi | 475 | 8 ft |
| Big Stone NWR East Pool | 15.4 mi | 1,286 | 0 ft |
