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Leech Lake is known for offering the best Walleye fishing and Muskie fishing in the Midwest. With 195 miles of shoreline and 112,835 acres to explore, both professional fishermen and family fishing trips alike are sure to enjoy a successful day of fishing on Leech Lake.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crooked Lake, MN
- How big is Crooked Lake?
- How deep is Crooked Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Crooked Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Crooked Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Crooked Lake area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Crooked Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Crooked Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Crooked Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Crooked Lake?
How big is Crooked Lake?
How deep is Crooked Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Crooked Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Bluntnose Minnow, Central Mudminnow, Cisco (Tullibee), Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Johnny Darter, Spottail Shiner, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Crooked Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Crooked Lake area?
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What are the fishing regulations for Crooked Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Crooked Lake that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Crooked Lake (DOW# 11-0494; Lake Class 27) is a 565-acre lake located near Wilkinson, MN.
Crooked Lake is accessible via a navigable channel between Crooked Lake and Welsh Lake. There is a DNR-owned public access on the east shore of Welsh Lake. Crooked Lake has 3.65 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 74 feet. The DNR has classified Minnesota's lakes into 43 different classes based on physical, chemical and other characteristics. Crooked Lake is in Lake Class 27; lakes in this class are large, deep, and regularly shaped.
Northern Pike are moderately abundant in Crooked Lake and catch rates tend to range between 6-10 fish per gill net, although sizes sampled in 2015 were smaller compared to past surveys. Northern Pike up to 30 inches were sampled. Walleye numbers have been relatively stable, with around five fish per net. Walleye sampled in 2015 ranged from 9 to 27 inches, and many of these were between 14 and 20 inches long. Bluegill and Black Crappie can also provide additional quality fishing opportunities to anglers, with Bluegill over 8 inches and Black Crappie over 13inches sampled. Other fish species that anglers can expect to encounter include Brown Bullhead, Burbot, Bowfin (Dogfish), Largemouth Bass, Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Tullibee (Cisco), Yellow Bullhead, and Yellow Perch.
People can have significant impacts on lakes and the fish populations they support. Harvest, lakeshore development, removal of shoreline vegetation, and introductions of invasive species can all adversely affect fish populations. No aquatic invasive species have been identified in Crooked Lake. AIS (aquatic invasive species) are moved from infested to non-infested waters by anglers, boaters, and lake shore owners and can adversely impact lakes and fish populations. To avoid spreading AIS, lake users are required to remove all aquatic plants or animals from their watercraft and drain all water from their boat before leaving the access. If you suspect an infestation of an invasive species in this lake, save a specimen and report it to a local natural resource office. Additional information on all of these topics can be found on the DNR website (www.dnr.state.mn.us) or by contacting the Walker Area Fisheries office.
What is the average air temp for Crooked Lake?
Are there any state parks near Crooked 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 Crooked Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Welch Lake | 1.0 mi | 195 | 59 ft |
| Portage Lake | 2.9 mi | 361 | 65 ft |
| Portage Lake | 3.0 mi | 356 | 65 ft |
| Lake Thirteen | 3.5 mi | 555 | 50 ft |
| Little Twin Lake | 4.0 mi | 112 | 30 ft |
| Swamp Lake | 4.1 mi | 600 | 36 ft |
| Steamboat Lake | 4.6 mi | 1,756 | 93 ft |
| Twin Lake | 5.0 mi | 169 | 5 ft |
| Leech Lake | 7.3 mi | 110,310 | 150 ft |
| Pike Bay Lake | 7.6 mi | 4,751 | 95 ft |
