Giant City State Park - Deer Pond

Redear Sunfish

Very Good

During the 2025 electrofishing survey, a total of 30 Redear were collected, several of which measured over 9 inches. The largest Redear was 9.7 inches and weighed slightly over half a pound. Mean Redear body condition exceeded the management at 91. In summary, the Redear fishery in Deer Pond is of good quality and complements the Bluegill fishery.

Bluegill

Excellent

During the 2025 electrofishing survey, a total of 51 Bluegill were collected, several of which measured over 8 inches. The largest Bluegill was 8.8 inches and weighed nearly half a pound. Mean Bluegill body condition exceeded the management at 97, indicating fast growth. In summary, the Bluegill fishery in Deer Pond is considered excellent, possessing both good numbers and size.

Largemouth Bass

Good

During the 2025 electrofishing survey, Largemouth Bass were captured at a high rate of 233/hour, exceeding the management target of 200/hour. Bass in the sample ranged in length from 6.3 to 14.2 inches. Although growth potential is limited, the observed high density of small bass is desirable in this case, as it is the primary driver of Bluegill and Redear growth.

Channel Catfish

Good

Two Channel Catfish (3.7 and 3.8 lbs.) were collected during the 2025 electrofishing survey. The fishery for Channel Catfish is popular among anglers at Giant City State Park and is maintained by annual stockings.