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French Lake

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Minnesota, United States

4.5·21 catches

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Northern pike

18 in · 3 lb

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Bluegill

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Largemouth bass

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Largemouth bass

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Northern pike

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Largemouth bass

19 in · 4 lb

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General info

French Lake is a lake located in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Northern pike, and Eyetail bowfin.

Location

44°56′46.4″N 94°25′18.9″W
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Fishing regulations at French Lake, MN

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Minnesota can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

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FAQ about French Lake fishing

French Lake is a lake located in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States. Its coordinates are:
44°56′46.4″N 94°25′18.9″W
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