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Frequently Asked Questions About Wolf Lake, MN
- How big is Wolf Lake?
- How deep is Wolf Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Wolf Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Wolf Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Wolf Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Wolf Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Wolf Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Wolf Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Wolf Lake?
How big is Wolf Lake?
How deep is Wolf Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Wolf Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Blacknose Shiner, Fathead Minnow, Golden Shiner, Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Wolf Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Wolf Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Wolf Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Wolf Lake?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Fish communities are dynamic in all lakes and streams, constantly changing due to weather patterns, habitat alterations, stocking, fishing pressure and many other influences. In Wolf Lake, winterkill greatly increases the intensity of these fish population shifts. Historically, the lake has been known for "boom or bust" fishing, depending upon the amount of time since the most recent fish kill. The most recent winterkill occurred in the winter of 2013-2014.
Northern Pike and Black Bullhead, two species able to tolerate low dissolved oxygen, have survived and thrived in Wolf Lake. Northern Pike catch rates were near their all-time high in 2016 . Walleye, on the other hand, were not found in the lake before stocking began during the 1980s. Walleyes are more vulnerable to winterkill than are Northern Pike and bullhead. The current Walleye population is very low despite regular stocking. Bluegill and Yellow Perch populations are on the upswing and 2016 catch rates reached their historic highs in Wolf Lake. Black crappies remain a part of the fishery, but are not as abundant as in 2002. Average size of sampled fish were 5.9 inches for Bluegill, 6.2 inches for Black Crappie, and 6.8 inches for Yellow Perch.
A state-owned pump and baffle aeration system, maintained and operated by the Aho family and the Wolf Lake Sportsmen's Club has attempted to maintain a refuge area for fish during critical winter periods. In 2009, participants switched from the old pump and baffle to two new fountain type aeration units. Two more units were added in 2010.
Stocking and aeration can both help to provide or increase a fishery but good habitat is essential to any fish community. Fish habitat and water quality begins with good land stewardship. Wolf Lake is currently only lightly-developed but as a marginal fish lake it is even more important to follow best management practices on watershed lands.
What is the average air temp for Wolf Lake?
Are there any state parks near Wolf Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Wolf Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Pickerel Lake | 3.2 mi | 89 | 32 ft |
| Pickerel Lake | 3.3 mi | 97 | 32 ft |
| Section 10 Lake | 4.0 mi | 14 | 42 ft |
| Toad Lake | 5.8 mi | 1,716 | 29 ft |
| Bass Lake | 6.0 mi | 130 | 48 ft |
| Pihlajas Lake | 6.2 mi | 14 | 11 ft |
| Little Lake | 7.0 mi | 13 | 21 ft |
| Dumbell Lake | 7.8 mi | 120 | 15 ft |
| Sieverson Lake | 7.8 mi | 82 | 35 ft |
| South Twin Lake | 8.1 mi | 150 | 37 ft |
