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Frequently Asked Questions About Trappers Lake, MN
- How big is Trappers Lake?
- How deep is Trappers Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Trappers Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Trappers Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Trappers Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Trappers Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Trappers Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Trappers Lake?
How big is Trappers Lake?
How deep is Trappers Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Trappers Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Blacknose Shiner, Common Shiner, Creek Chub, Fathead Minnow and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Trappers Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Trappers Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Trappers Lake?
History & Status of the Fishery
Trappers Lake is located two miles northeast of Isabella in the Superior National Forest. Public access is a 0.25 mile trail from the parking area along the Trappers Lake Road (USFS Road 369) to the southwest end of the lake. The lake is surrounded by United States Forest Service land and the shoreline is comprised mainly of pines and cedar. The lake has an area of 19 acres with a maximum depth of 13 feet; on June 29, 2015 you could see to the bottom in light green stained water. The lake has moderately hard water of low fertility. Boulder and rubble are the most common bottom substrates followed by muck, decaying organic matter, gravel and a very limited amount of sand. Vegetation was found growing to a depth of 11 feet with twenty species/groups of aquatic vegetation identified. Arrowhead Creek enters and exits the lake, is a designated trout stream and supports naturally reproducing populations of Brook Trout.
The 2015 survey was completed to assess the status of natural reproduction in the lake after the discontinuation of Brook Trout stocking after 2007. Brook Trout were stocked from 1963 until 2007.
Brook Trout trap net catch in 2015 was slightly below average compared to other similar lakes in the Finland Area. However, the catch was very similar of previous catch rates in Trappers Lake. The average weight was a quarter pound and the largest fish sampled was 11.3 inches long. Growth is slower than average by Finland Area standards.
White Suckers were caught in high numbers with small average size, as has been the case in all past assessments. Common Shiners and Creek Chubs were also caught, but in low numbers.
Trappers Lake is a designated trout lake and as such, applicable rules apply. The lake is very clear with sparse vegetation and some downed cedar along the south shore. Much caution is advised in winter due to the inlet and springs; the lake is very susceptible to slush and at times there have been small open areas near the middle of the lake.
What is the average air temp for Trappers Lake?
Are there any state parks near Trappers 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 Trappers Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Spear Lake | 0.3 mi | 13 | 4 ft |
| Bine Lake | 0.5 mi | 13 | 4 ft |
| Redskin Lake | 0.9 mi | 43 | 25 ft |
| Eighteen Lake | 1.0 mi | 102 | 12 ft |
| Delay Lake | 1.8 mi | 102 | 18 ft |
| Frank Lake | 1.8 mi | 16 | 5 ft |
| Round Island Lake | 2.9 mi | 55 | 4 ft |
| Dumbbell Lake | 2.9 mi | 406 | 40 ft |
| Tanner Lake | 3.9 mi | 55 | 8 ft |
| Tommy Lake | 4.1 mi | 10 | 5 ft |
