Smith Lake

Location: Bloomington, Smith Lake Park, Park Avenue South and East 82nd Street

Species present: Bluegill, Black Crappie

Depth: 16 feet

Size: 8 acres

Recent fish stocking

Wheelchair access: Excellent

MTC bus: Routes 5 and 542

Park entrance fee: No

Restrooms: Yes

Parking: Excellent

Picnic: Yes

Grills: Yes

Playground: Yes

Other activities: Pavilion, picnic tables, picnic shelter, walking path

Agency: City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department (952) 563-8877

Fishing pier: Yes

Comments: Smith Lake is stocked annually with Bluegills and Black Crappies.  Shoreline and prairie habitat has been restored around the lake.  These plants help protect water quality and improve habitat for fish.  Not only can you discover a new place to fish in Bloomington but a place to identify prairie plants.

More information about Smith Lake

2010 Lake Survey Results:

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