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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 Mule Lake, MN
- How big is Mule Lake?
- How deep is Mule Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Mule Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Mule Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Mule Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Mule Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Mule Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Mule Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Mule Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Mule Lake?
How big is Mule Lake?
How deep is Mule Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Mule Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Cisco (Tullibee), Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Mule Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Mule Lake?
Are there boat launches on Mule Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Mule Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Mule Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Mule 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
Mule Lake (DOW#11-200, Lake Class 23) is a 525-acre lake located south of Longville, MN. A DNR owned public access is located on the west shore. Mule Lake has 7.63 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 67 feet. Mule Lake has 7.31 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 47 feet. The DNR has classified Minnesota's lakes into 43 different classes based on physical, chemical and other characteristics. Mule Lake is in Lake Class 23; lakes in this class are generally deep and very clear lakes.
Mule Lake is one of the top Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass lakes in the Walker Area. Mule has both quantity and quality with fish up to 20 inches. Northern Pike are abundant in Mule Lake; sizes tend to run small but fish up to 32 inches were sampled. Walleye numbers in Mule Lake tend to range between 2 and 6 fish per gill net. Walleye lengths ranged from 7 to 26 inches with the majority between 15 and 18 inches long. Bluegill and Black Crappie can also provide additional fishing opportunities for anglers with Bluegill up 9 inches and Black Crappie up to 14 inches sampled in 2015.
Other fish species that anglers can expect to encounter include, Brown Bullhead, Hybrid Sunfish Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Tullibee (Cisco), White Sucker, 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 (AIS) have been identified in Mule 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.
What is the average air temp for Mule Lake?
Are there any state parks near Mule 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 Mule Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Blackwater Lake | 1.9 mi | 767 | 67 ft |
| Hunter Lake | 1.9 mi | 182 | 48 ft |
| Heffron Lake | 2.0 mi | 47 | 35 ft |
| Wabedo Lake | 2.1 mi | 1,226 | 95 ft |
| IXL Lake | 3.0 mi | 95 | 40 ft |
| Hay Lake | 3.0 mi | 364 | 56 ft |
| Island Lake | 3.3 mi | 184 | 40 ft |
| Widow Lake | 3.3 mi | 198 | 46 ft |
| Woman Lake | 3.4 mi | 5,520 | 54 ft |
| Sand Lake | 3.6 mi | 41 | 8 ft |
