This page provides Long Lake MN fishing and fisheries information, including fish stocking, fisheries management, DNR resources, and monitoring activities.
Long Lake supports a diverse fishery that includes walleye, northern pike, panfish, largemouth bass, and other species.
LLAA works with the Minnesota DNR on fisheries management for Long Lake. The DNR is responsible for managing the lake’s fishery and determining stocking plans. LLAA advocates for the Long Lake fishery and, when appropriate and approved by the DNR, helps fund supplemental walleye stocking through the LLAA Foundation.
Supplemental Fish Stocking
Support Long Lake Fisheries
Donations to the LLAA Foundation help fund DNR-approved supplemental fish stocking and other efforts that support a healthy Long Lake fishery.
Dissolved Oxygen & Temperature Monitoring
Since 2012, Long Lake volunteers have worked with the Hubbard County Soil & Water Conservation District (HCSWCD) to monitor dissolved oxygen and water temperature at Site 202 near the deepest point in the lake. These measurements help assess habitat conditions for fish and other aquatic life.
Using Lead-Free Tackle Helps Protect Long Lake Wildlife
Lost lead fishing tackle can be swallowed by loons and other wildlife, causing lead poisoning. Anglers can help reduce this risk by choosing non-lead sinkers and jigs.
Click the image to see the list of retailers.
Don’t forget to check the local shops in the Park Rapids area. They all carry some lead free tackle. Ask the clerks for help to point out the available options.
Fish Stocking Videos
Video by Charlie Garr, LLAA Fisheries Committee.
Video by Sharon Natzel, LLAA Fisheries Committee.
Yellow Perch Stocking — December 2023
Minnesota DNR Fisheries Resources
Help support Long Lake fisheries. Donations to the LLAA Foundation help fund DNR-approved supplemental fish stocking and other efforts to protect Long Lake.
Looking for current fishing conditions?
For current fishing conditions and regional forecasts, see the Park Rapids Area Fishing Forecast
Planning for ice fishing? View Long Lake’s historical Ice-In & Ice-Out Data to see when the lake has typically frozen and opened over time.