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Frequently Asked Questions About Webster Lake, MN
- How big is Webster Lake?
- How deep is Webster Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Webster Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Webster Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Webster Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Webster Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Webster Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Webster Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Webster Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Webster Lake?
How big is Webster Lake?
How deep is Webster Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Webster Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Webster Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Webster Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Webster Lake?
Are there boat launches on Webster Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Webster Lake?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Webster Lake is a small, remote lake located approximately ten miles south of the city of Blackduck in Beltrami County. The lake is located within the Chippewa National Forest. A Forest Service campground with ten primitive campsites and a boat ramp is located on the east shore of the lake. The maximum depth is 19 feet, although most of the lake is shallower than 8 feet in depth. Webster Lake is in lake class 37, and similar lakes in the Bemidji area include Mission, Stocking, and McKenzie. Class 37 lakes are typically small, shallow lakes with soft water and simple lake basins. Bluegill and black crappie are primary management species, while largemouth bass are managed as a secondary species.
The 2010 fish population assessment showed that Webster Lake holds a good bluegill population. Trap net catch rates were nearly three times greater than the median for this lake class. All bluegill captured were greater than 6.0 inches in length, and fish greater than 10.0 inches in length were present in the catch.
Black crappie were captured at the rate of 1.6/TN, which is similar to the first quartile value of 1.9/TN for this lake class. Black crappie ranged in length from 4.4 to 11.3 inches TL, with a mean length of 9.6 inches TL. A total of four year classes of fish were identified from age analysis of the sample, ranging from age 1 (2009 year class) to age 6 (2004 year class). The majority of fish (n=8) were from the 2006 year class (age 4). Age 4 black crappie had an average length of 9.8 inches.
The 2010 largemouth bass electrofishing catch rate of 70 fish/hr indicated a robust bass population. Largemouth bass ranged in length from 6.5 to 18.9 inches TL, with a mean length of 11.4 inches TL.
As of March 7, 2011 dissolved oxygen testing indicated that Webster Lake was most likely experiencing a winterkill of the fish population. Unfortunately, the high quality bluegill and bass populations that have developed since the last winterkill (1995-96) will likely be impacted and potentially eliminated from Webster Lake. The Bemidji Area Fisheries Office cannot verify the extent of the winter kill until ice off, which typically occurs in mid-April. Please call the Bemidji Area Fisheries Office (218-308-2339) to get updated information before planning a trip to Webster Lake.
What is the average air temp for Webster Lake?
Are there any state parks near Webster 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 Webster Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Rabideau Lake | 2.4 mi | 680 | 112 ft |
| Benjamin Lake | 2.9 mi | 33 | 128 ft |
| Pimushe Lake | 3.3 mi | 1,230 | 40 ft |
| South Twin Lake | 3.7 mi | 222 | 45 ft |
| North Twin Lake | 4.2 mi | 326 | 59 ft |
| Bass Lake | 4.4 mi | 80 | 59 ft |
| Gilstad Lake | 4.5 mi | 257 | 55 ft |
| Moose Lake | 4.7 mi | 601 | 71 ft |
| Marie Lake | 4.8 mi | 47 | 48 ft |
| Decker Lake | 5.7 mi | 325 | 12 ft |
