As a result, visitors can experience fishing as it was 100 years ago. This includes electric trolling motors as well. Rowboat and canoe rentals are available at the park. No electronic fish-finding devices. This includes depth finders, graphs, GPS umits, and underwater video equipment.
Fishing is catch and release only for largemough bass and northern pike.
These species must be returned to the water immediately. Sunfish limit is 5 per person for all sunfish species in combination. Normal Minnesota inland water limits apply to walleyes, crappies and other species not designated above. No gas-powered augers are allowed during winter fishing. During spring and fall migration, to the delight of birdwatchers, the park becomes a major waterfowl staging area.