Simley Lake
More information about Simley Pond
Location: Inver Grove Heights, Simley Park- 80th Street and Cahill Avenue.
Species: Bluegill, Black crappie, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Northern pike, Walleye, Common carp, Bullhead
Wheelchair access: Good, paved path to the island is a little steep.
MTC bus: Route 68. Check www.metrotransit.org for current route info.
Park entrance fee: No.
Restrooms: No.
Parking: Fair, only 4 spots on the street.
Picnic: Yes.
Grills: No.
Playground: No.
Other activities: Walking Path.
Agency: City of Inver Grove Heights, Parks and Recreation Dept., (651) 450-2585.
Fishing pier: Yes.
Lake Map: PDF Map 
Comments: This lake is a very popular fishing lake. It has a pier, three shorefishing stations on the north shore, and lots of open space on the island to fish from. A shoreline restoration project on the 80th street shore was conducted in 2002. A fish survey conducted in 2007 found a good population of walleye up to 21 inches and largemouth bass up to 18 inches. Bluegill and crappie were found in moderate numbers. Northern pike, smallmouth bass, and yellow perch were found in low numbers.
