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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 Horseshoe Lake, MN
- How big is Horseshoe Lake?
- How deep is Horseshoe Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Horseshoe Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Horseshoe Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Horseshoe Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Horseshoe Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Horseshoe Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Horseshoe Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Horseshoe Lake?
How big is Horseshoe Lake?
How deep is Horseshoe Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Horseshoe Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Golden Shiner, Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
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History & Status of the Fishery
Horseshoe Lake (DOW# 11-0284; Lake Class 37) is a 127-acre lake located near Whipholt, MN. There is a US Forest Service-owned carry-in public access on the north shore off of State Highway 200. Horseshoe Lake has 3.27 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 12 feet. The lake is primarily managed for Largemouth Bass and Bluegill and secondarily for Yellow Perch. The DNR has classified Minnesota's lakes into 43 different classes based on physical, chemical and other characteristics. Horseshoe Lake is in Lake Class 37; lakes in this class are generally small, shallow, soft water lakes.
Due to limited access Horseshoe Lake is a good lake for anglers looking to get away from the crowds. The highlight of Horseshoe Lake is good numbers of large Bluegill and Pumpkinseed. Bluegill up to 9 inches and Pumpkinseed up to 11 inches were sampled. Largemouth Bass are present in Horseshoe Lake with a few fish around 15 inches. While not in high abundance, large Northern Pike are present in Horseshoe Lake. Pike up to 35 inches were sampled. Other fish species that anglers can expect to encounter include Black Bullhead, Black Crappie, Brown 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. Currently no aquatic invasive species (AIS) have been identified in Horseshoe Lake. AIS 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.
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For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Horseshoe Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Cedar Lake | 1.2 mi | 135 | 42 ft |
| Rat Lake | 2.4 mi | 87 | 35 ft |
| Three Island Lake | 2.9 mi | 288 | 13 ft |
| Pine Lake | 2.9 mi | 261 | 25 ft |
| Silver Lake | 3.6 mi | 121 | 20 ft |
| Hazel Lake | 4.0 mi | 15 | 38 ft |
| Moccasin Lake | 4.2 mi | 272 | 95 ft |
| Teepee Lake | 4.7 mi | 21 | 31 ft |
| Barnum Lake | 4.8 mi | 151 | 30 ft |
| Carnahan Lake | 4.9 mi | 31 | 25 ft |
