Staying Home for Fishing Opener? Bait That Hook Around Shakopee

Can’t make it up north for the May 12 opener? Gas prices keeping you home? No cabin? No problem – Three Rivers Park District has fishing and boating opportunities near Shakopee. 

Fees: Parking is free in Three Rivers Park District. However, a $5 daily or $35 season permit is required for boat trailer parking. Permits will be available at pay boxes near the boat launches and at park visitor and nature centers. Permits may also be ordered by phone at (763) 559-9000. Minnesota fishing licenses are required for anglers ages 16 and older.

Boat owners are reminded to check for Eurasian water milfoil and other invasive species before launching and when removing boats from the water. Boat operators are also reminded to pull the drain plug and drain live wells upon leaving. 

Boating and Fishing Locations near Shakopee:

Bryant Lake Regional Park, Eden Prairie

Bryant Lake             

• Northern pike, hybrid muskies, panfish
• Launch with access for 20 motorized boats
• 15 mph restriction noon-6 p.m., Sundays from Memorial Day ‑ Labor Day
• Launch spaces fill up early on weekends and holidays
• Fishing pier is wheelchair accessible
• Rowboats and canoe rentals available during summer
• Located south of Highway 62 on Rowland Road

Cleary Lake Regional Park, Prior Lake

Cleary Lake          

• Sunfish, Walleye, Largemouth Bass
• No gas motors; electric trolling motors allowed
• Fishing pier is wheelchair accessible
• Located on Texas Avenue just south of Eagle Creek Avenue

Murphy-Hanrehan Park Reserve, Savage

Murphy Lake

• Panfish, walleye, bullheads
• Boat launch with parking for five trailers
• No gas motors or gas augers allowed; electric trolling motors only
• Located on County Road 75