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Frequently Asked Questions About McDonald Lake, MN
- How big is McDonald Lake?
- How deep is McDonald Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in McDonald Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the McDonald Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on McDonald Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near McDonald Lake?
- What is the average air temp for McDonald Lake?
- Are there any state parks near McDonald Lake?
How big is McDonald Lake?
How deep is McDonald Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in McDonald Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Blacknose Shiner, Central Mudminnow, Longnose Dace and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the McDonald Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on McDonald Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near McDonald Lake?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Walleye abundance was low in 2007, both for this lake historically, and for a lake of this type. The three walleye caught were not stocked. They could have resulted from natural reproduction in the lake or a tributary, or from movement downstream from Dick Lake.
Smallmouth bass were fairly abundant, and fairly large. Average size of smallmouth bass taken in 2007 was higher than in any past assessment in this lake. Growth had been fast compared to other area lakes.
Northern pike were abundant, and their average size was higher than has usually been seen in this lake. Reproduction had been consistently successful for the past several years, and fish up to eight years of age were collected. Growth rates had been close to average, despite the lake of a good yellow perch forage base.
Yellow perch abundance was the lowest recorded for this lake, and was low for the lake class. Some large perch were present.
Are there any state parks near McDonald 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 McDonald Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Dick Lake | 1.4 mi | 127 | 12 ft |
| Whale Lake | 2.3 mi | 25 | 10 ft |
| Bath Lake | 2.5 mi | 28 | 23 ft |
| Thrasher Lake | 2.5 mi | 24 | 27 ft |
| Thrush Lake | 2.6 mi | 15 | 48 ft |
| Thompson Lake | 2.6 mi | 18 | 12 ft |
| Hand Lake | 2.7 mi | 80 | 22 ft |
| Two Island Lake | 2.8 mi | 754 | 27 ft |
| Shrike Lake | 2.9 mi | 27 | 11 ft |
| Swamp Lake | 3.1 mi | 92 | 8 ft |
