Champlin Mill Pond
Location: Champlin, Doris A. Kemp Park, Highway 169 and West River Road
Species present: Bluegill, Black crappie, Northern pike
Depth: 11 feet
Size: 34 acres
Lake Map: PDF Map 
Wheelchair access: Excellent
MTC bus: Route 766
Park entrance fee: No
Restrooms: No
Parking: Good
Picnic: Yes
Grills: Yes
Playground: No
Other activities: Pavilion, walking path
Agency: City of Champlin Parks and Recreation Department 
(763) 421-2820
Fishing pier: Yes
Comments: For a great family day outdoors, visit Champlin Mill Pond. Fishing from the pier can provide children with the experience of catching several Minnesota game fish including northern pike. Picnic tables, grills and the pavilion provide opportunities for an outdoor lunch. Finish the day with a nature walk on the park's walking path.
More information about Champlin Mill Pond
1996 Lake Survey Results:
| Location and Date | Species | Abundance | Average Length (in) | Maximum Length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Champlin Mill | black bullhead | low | 6.6 | 9.1 |
| (Hennepin) | black crappie | low | 7.2 | 9.5 |
| 07/01/1996 | bluegill | low | 6.2 | 7.2 |
| bowfin (dogfish) | low | 20.8 | 21.3 | |
| common carp | low | 22.6 | 24.9 | |
| hybrid sunfish | 3.7 | 3.7 | ||
| northern pike | medium | 21.7 | 27.6 | |
| pumpkinseed sunfish | low | 4.7 | 5.8 | |
| white crappie | low | 7.1 | 7.1 | |
| white sucker | high | 15.4 | 18.2 | |
| yellow bullhead | low | 10.4 | 10.4 | |
| yellow perch | low | 8.3 | 8.8 |
