Nelson Lake

Details

DNR lake ID

25001702

County

Goodhue

Nearest town (DNR)

Stroms

Infested waters list

Eurasian watermilfoil, bighead carp, flowering rush, grass carp, silver carp, zebra mussel

Eating advice, sensitive populations

all species: all sizes - do not eat

Eating advice, general populations

all species: all sizes - 1 serving/month

Public access

Yes

Lake-specific eating advice

Yes

Sources

• Minnesota DNR LakeFinder
  Checked September 24, 2026
• Minnesota Department of Health fish consumption guidelines
  Checked September 24, 2026

Survey catches show what DNR nets and electrofishing found on the survey date, not how the fishing is today. Check the current regulations and the Department of Health advice before you keep fish, and confirm access conditions before you tow a boat.