Green Prairie Fish Lake
Morrison County, Minnesota, near Randall. DNR lake ID 49003500.
Green Prairie Fish Lake is a 182.5-acre lake in Morrison County, Minnesota, near Randall. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 45% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 49003500 |
|---|---|
| County | Morrison County, near Randall |
| Surface area | 182.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 45% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.7 ft through 2025 |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 8.7 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Green Prairie Fish Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Green Prairie Fish Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | trap | 0.44 | 0.3 to 0.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 3.67 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.0 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 25.11 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.67 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.44 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 33.0 in (2022), Walleye 24.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
- Green Prairie Fish Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 14 trailer spaces. 4.5 miles East of Randall on MN Hwy. 115, then 0.75 mile South on Morrison Co. Rd. #212. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Round Lake 5.2 mi, Morrison County
- Sebie Lake 7.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Pelkey Lake 9.3 mi, Morrison County
- Lagerquist Lake 9.8 mi, Morrison County
- Rice Lake 11.2 mi, Morrison County
- Crow Wing Lake 11.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Alexander Lake 12.2 mi, Morrison County
- Round Lake 13.0 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Green Prairie Fish Lake
How deep is Green Prairie Fish Lake?
Green Prairie Fish Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 45% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Green Prairie Fish Lake?
Green Prairie Fish Lake covers about 182.5 acres in Morrison County, Minnesota.
How clear is Green Prairie Fish Lake?
Summer water clarity on Green Prairie Fish Lake averages 8.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Green Prairie Fish Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Green Prairie Fish Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Green Prairie Fish Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, bowfin in Green Prairie Fish Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Green Prairie Fish Lake?
Green Prairie Fish Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Green Prairie Fish Lake.
How is the walleye population on Green Prairie Fish Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1994 to 2017, walleye numbers on Green Prairie Fish Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Green Prairie Fish Lake?
Homes on Green Prairie Fish Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Green Prairie Fish Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Green Prairie Fish Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 45% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Green Prairie Fish Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Green Prairie Fish Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Green Prairie Fish Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Morrison County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2017), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.