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Cottonwood Lake

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Minnesota, United States

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Cottonwood Lake fishing reports

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Walleye

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Northern pike

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Walleye

26 in · 5 lb

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Walleye

26 in · 5 lb

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Common carp

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Largemouth bass

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General info

Cottonwood Lake is a lake located in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. It is most popular for fishing Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, and Walleye.

Location

43°52′45.6″N 95°05′53.3″W
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Fishing regulations at Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood Lake fishing

Cottonwood Lake is a lake located in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, United States. Its coordinates are:
43°52′45.6″N 95°05′53.3″W
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