Sand
Washington County, Minnesota — DOW #82006700
25 Surveys
46.86
Acres
18 ft
Max Depth
8
Fish Species
6
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Sand. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-09-01 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.9 | 0.10 lb | 1 |
| 1992-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 1.0 – 8.5 | 0.05 lb | 1 |
| 1982-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 1.0 – 8.5 | 0.10 lb | 1 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 1.0 – 8.5 | 0.09 lb | 12 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-09-01 | Standard trap nets | 7.0 (normal) | 0.8 – 9.3 | 0.09 lb | 35 |
| 1992-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 | — | 0.02 lb | 3 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-09-01 | Standard trap nets | 64.4 (above normal) | 2.8 – 43.3 | 0.15 lb | 322 |
| 1992-09-01 | Standard gill nets | 8.5 | — | 0.14 lb | 17 |
| 1982-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 4.0 (normal) | 2.8 – 43.3 | 0.53 lb | 12 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 9.3 (normal) | 2.8 – 43.3 | 0.09 lb | 28 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 0.07 lb | 2 |
Hybrid Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992-09-01 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 | — | 0.06 lb | 1 |
| 1982-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.50 lb | 1 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 3.5 | 0.30 lb | 1 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 0.5 (below normal) | 2.5 – 25.8 | 0.30 lb | 1 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 2.0 – 19.0 | 0.25 lb | 2 |
| 1982-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 30.0 (above normal) | 1.3 – 27.7 | 0.45 lb | 90 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 14.0 (normal) | 2.0 – 19.0 | 0.10 lb | 28 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 4.0 (normal) | 1.3 – 27.7 | 0.14 lb | 12 |
Black Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 109.0 (above normal) | 8.0 – 90.0 | 0.12 lb | 218 |
| 1982-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 156.3 (above normal) | 2.5 – 70.2 | 0.16 lb | 469 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 164.0 (above normal) | 8.0 – 90.0 | 0.13 lb | 328 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 161.7 (above normal) | 2.5 – 70.2 | 0.13 lb | 485 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987-08-31 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 (normal) | 0.2 – 1.1 | 1.15 lb | 1 |
| 1987-08-31 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (normal) | 1.0 – 3.8 | 0.53 lb | 6 |
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Map & Directions
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Nearby Bait & Tackle
BackWoods Bear Bait
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★ 3.8Bayport Custom Rods
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★ 5Big Marine Lake Store
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★ 4.2BK Outdoors llc
Cottage Grove, MN
★ 5Blue Ribbon Bait & Tackle
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★ 4.5Cabela's
Woodbury, MN
★ 4.2DICK'S Sporting Goods
Woodbury, MN
★ 3.7Nearby Marinas
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Sand. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Sand
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Plan Your Trip to Sand
- Weather forecast for Sand — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 45.2301°N, 92.8048°W — Get Directions
- View on MN DNR LakeFinder for the latest survey data and lake info
- Review Minnesota fishing regulations for season dates and limits
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for ages 16+ — buy online at dnr.state.mn.us
Data sourced from Minnesota DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife. Last verified: March 19, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.