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Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake is a lake in Minnesota, near St. Louis County.

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Fish species in Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake near 48.2145, -92.1486 is a lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. Emerald Lake covers about 77.2 acres.

What to Expect at Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at Emerald Lake

Fish reported from Emerald Lake include green sunfish, white sucker, and yellow perch.

Yellow Perch and Sunfish

For panfish at Emerald Lake, keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Emerald Lake

On a first trip to Emerald Lake, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish Emerald Lake

Spring at Emerald Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Emerald Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

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