City Hall Pond
Location: Inver Grove Heights, 80th Street and Hwy 52, Behind the Community Center and City Offices.
Species: Bluegill, Black crappie, Smallmouth bass, Walleye, White sucker, Golden shiner
Wheelchair access: Fair, walking path is near the water if the water level is up, otherwise it is a soft approach through dirt.
MTC bus: Routes 68 and 71 run on the opposite side of Hwy 52. Check www.metrotransit.org for current route info.
Park entrance fee: No.
Restrooms: No.
Parking: Excellent.
Picnic: No.
Grills: No.
Playground: No, but the Grove Community Center is located on grounds.
Other activities: Walking Path.
Agency: City of Inver Grove Heights, Parks and Recreation Dept., (651) 450-2585.
Fishing pier: No.
Comments: This lake doesn't get as much fishing pressure as nearby Simley Pond, though it is becoming more popular each year, especially in the winter. It is a deep lake with areas over 15 feet deep. Smallmouth bass and walleye are stocked, as are large bluegill in the fall. The trees and island in the middle provide excellent structure to fish around. There are also many stumps in the water providing habitat and structure that fish aggregate around.
