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We want to see what you've caught on Man Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Man Lake, MN
- How big is Man Lake?
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- What kind of fish can you catch in Man Lake?
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- Are there any state parks near Man Lake?
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Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Cisco (Tullibee), Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Shorthead Redhorse, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
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History & Status of the Fishery
Man Lake is a 445 acre lake located between Longville and Hackensack, Minnesota. Man Lake has 4.5 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 93 feet. There is no public access on the lake; however anglers using small, low-profile boats may access the lake through the inlet channel from Baby Lake. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR) has classified Minnesota lakes into 43 different classes based on physical, chemical, and other characteristics. Man Lake is in Lake Class 23; lakes in the class are generally deep and very clear lakes. Man Lake is managed primarily for Muskellunge, Smallmouth Bass and Walleye, and secondarily for Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, and Cisco (Tullibee).
Three Muskellunge were sampled during the 2013 summer netting; however, targeted sampling in 2012 sampled 46 Muskellunge ranging in length from 34.5 to 50.3 inches. Smallmouth Bass were abundant in the 2013 assessment with fish from 10 to 20 inches were sampled and averaged 15 inches long. The catch rate for Walleye was higher than in most lakes in this Lake Class. Walleye ranged in length from 14 to 30 inches, with most fish sampled shorter than 18 inches. The catch of Largemouth Bass in DNR test nets in 2013 was greater than observed in any previous survey of Man Lake. Largemouth Bass lengths ranged from 5 to 16 inches and averaged 9 inches long. Northern Pike catch rates were similar to previous surveys and similar to other waters in Lake Class 23. Fish ranged in length from 16 to 33 inches and averaged 23 inches long. The Bluegill catch rate was within the average range for similar lakes and Bluegill lengths ranged from 3 to 7.5 inches. Black Crappie numbers were higher than found in other lakes of this type, and DNR test net catches have increased steadily during the past twenty years. Sampled crappies ranged from 4 to 13 inches long in 2013. Yellow Perch numbers were lower than previous surveys and were low compared to other Lake Class 23 waters. The catch rate of Cisco (Tullibee) in the 2013 Man Lake assessment was similar to previous sampling on this lake and to other lakes of this type, and ranged in length from 6 to 10 inches. This species is an important food source for predators such as Muskellunge, Northern Pike and Walleye.
Other fish species found during the 2013 sampling include Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Rock Bass, White Sucker and Yellow Bullhead.
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 the only aquatic invasive species (AIS) that has been identified in Man Lake is Rusty Crayfish. 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 Man Lake...DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
Barnum Lake | 0.9 mi | 151 | 30 ft |
McKeown Lake | 1.0 mi | 168 | 37 ft |
Baby Lake | 1.2 mi | 737 | 69 ft |
Moccasin Lake | 1.7 mi | 272 | 95 ft |
Primer Lake | 1.7 mi | 43 | 37 ft |
Child Lake | 1.8 mi | 285 | 29 ft |
Little Woman Lake | 2.0 mi | 36 | 14 ft |
Unnamed Lake | 2.1 mi | 13 | 43 ft |
Kid Lake | 2.4 mi | 168 | 52 ft |
Squeedunk Lake | 2.5 mi | 17 | 35 ft |