More information about Lake Nokomis
Location: Minneapolis, south of Minnehaha Parkway, between Cedar and Hiawatha Avenues
Species: Bluegill, Crappie, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, Tiger Muskie, Yellow Perch, Bullhead, Carp
Wheelchair access: Excellent. Fishing pier, paved ring path, and accessible shoreline.
Metro Transit: Route 14 serves Bloomington Avenue within a block west of the lake. Route 22 serves 28th Avenue within a block east of the lake. Connect to either route from METRO Blue Line light rail. Plan a trip from your location using Metro Transit.
Park entrance fee: No
Restrooms: Yes
Parking: Good
Picnic: Excellent
Playground: Yes
Other activities: Swimming beach, baseball, walking, biking, tennis
Agency: Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, 612-230-6400
Fishing pier: Yes, on the north side of the lake.
Recent fish stocking: None recently
Lake Map: Download map
Comments: This is one of the better crappie lakes in the Twin Cities. In the spring, fish the north shore. Because it gets more sun and warms up quickly, the water here attracts fish. From the fishing pier, cast a small minnow hooked 2 feet below a bobber.