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Frequently Asked Questions About Cameron Lake, MN
- How big is Cameron Lake?
- How deep is Cameron Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Cameron Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Cameron Lake area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Cameron Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Cameron Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Cameron Lake?
How big is Cameron Lake?
How deep is Cameron Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Cameron Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Cameron Lake area?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Cameron Lake?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Cameron Lake is a 162 acre lake located near Cotton, Minnesota with 50% (81 acres) littoral area and a maximum depth of 27 feet. A carry down access with no parking is located off of County Road 224. Walleye, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass are the primary management species according to the 2000 management plan. Over 18,000 walleye fingerlings were stocked since 1991. Walleye abundance of 1.3 fish/gillnet was average compared to Minnesota lakes of similar type. The mean length of walleyes was 19.7 inches, with individuals reaching as large as 28.1 inches. Walleyes growth was fast compared to other Duluth Area lakes. There is some evidence of walleye natural reproduction as only 25% of the fish aged correlated to stocked years. Largemouth bass electrofishing catch rates in 2004 (7.5 per hour) were below average when compared to other Duluth Area populations. Mean length was 11.1 inches and largemouth bass growth was average for Duluth Area lakes. Smallmouth bass electrofishing catch rates in 2004 were low, with only 2.5 fish per hour netted. Mean length was 11.7 inches. Black crappie abundance was 9.6 fish/trapnet and was average for Minnesota lakes of similar type. The mean length of black crappies was 8.2 inches, with 57% of the catch 8 inches or greater. Growth was average for Duluth Area lakes. Most (65%) black crappie were age 3 and 5. Northern pike abundance was 8.7 fish/gillnet and was above average for Minnesota lakes of similar type. Mean length was 21.9 inches, with 50% of the fish sampled measuring 21 inches or more. Growth was considered average for Duluth Area lakes. Northern pike successfully reproduced in all years between 1998 and 2002. Bluegill abundance was 12.6 fish/trapnet and was average for Minnesota lakes of similar type. Mean length was 6.1 inches. Growth was average for Duluth Area lakes. Yellow perch abundance was 6.8 fish/gillnet and was average for Minnesota lakes of similar type. Mean length was 5.8 inches, with a maximum length of 6.4 inches. Other fish species sampled included pumpkinseed, rock bass, and white sucker. Cameron Lake is managed primarily as a bass-panfish and walleye lake. Both largemouth and smallmouth bass numbers have declined since the first sample in 1996; however, black crappie catch rates increased considerably. Walleye abundance has remained within a normal range for Cameron Lake.
What is the average air temp for Cameron Lake?
Are there any state parks near Cameron 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 Cameron Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Wilson Lake | 0.5 mi | 56 | 14 ft |
| Schubert Lake | 1.0 mi | 212 | 24 ft |
| Berg Lake | 1.8 mi | 151 | 10 ft |
| Dinham Lake | 2.4 mi | 202 | 25 ft |
| Bear Lake | 2.5 mi | 61 | 5 ft |
| Morcom Lake | 3.3 mi | 206 | 6 ft |
| Little Long Lake | 3.3 mi | 293 | 45 ft |
| Long Lake | 3.7 mi | 199 | 51 ft |
| Pioneer Lake | 4.1 mi | 81 | 42 ft |
| Whitchel Lake | 4.6 mi | 71 | 5 ft |
