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Frequently Asked Questions About Pine Lake, MN
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- What kind of fish can you catch in Pine Lake?
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How big is Pine Lake?
How deep is Pine Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Pine Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Pine Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Pine Lake area?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Status of the Fishery
Pine Lake is located approximately 9 miles north of Tower, MN and is entirely within the BWCAW. It has a surface area of 912 acres and a maximum depth of 18 ft. Water clarity is low due to bog stain. The only previous survey on Pine Lake occurred in 1977.
Access is by a 0.8 mile portage from Trout Lake. A second access is by a 0.2 mile portage from Trout Lake and a 3.7 mile paddle up Pine Creek. Two additional short portages are possible on Pine Creek depending on water levels. There are several USFS designated campsites around the lake.
Walleye numbers in 2011 (12.2/gill net) were similar to the 1977 catch rate of 11.3/gill net. Walleye sizes averaged 13.4" and the growth rate was slower than average compared to other lakes in this class. The oldest walleye was 16 years. The largest walleye sampled was 28.2".
Northern pike numbers in 2011 (2.5/gill net) were lower than the 1977 catch rate of 4.3/gill net. Pike sizes averaged 20.9" and the growth rate was average compared to other lakes in this class. The largest pike sampled was 36.0".
Smallmouth bass were sampled for the first time in 2011. Smallmouth numbers (0.5/gill net) were similar when compared to other lakes in this class. Smallmouth sizes averaged 14.7" and the growth rate was faster than average compared to other lakes in this class. The largest smallmouth was 17.4". Smallmouth bass have not been stocked by DNR Fisheries in this lake.
Bluegill (0.6/gill net) were sampled for the first time in 2011. Other game fish sampled include pumpkinseed , rock bass, and yellow perch. White sucker were also sampled. One burbot was identified in a walleye stomach sample.
What is the average air temp for Pine Lake?
Are there any state parks near Pine 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 Pine Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Chad Lake | 2.6 mi | 265 | 18 ft |
| Dugout Lake | 2.8 mi | 57 | 9 ft |
| Buck Lake | 3.3 mi | 208 | 19 ft |
| Western Lake | 3.7 mi | 131 | 12 ft |
| Trout Lake | 4.0 mi | 7,425 | 98 ft |
| Serell Lake | 4.1 mi | 37 | 34 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 4.1 mi | 35 | 34 ft |
| Little Trout Lake | 4.3 mi | 528 | 37 ft |
| Bass Lake | 4.4 mi | 244 | 17 ft |
| Schlamm Lake | 5.4 mi | 69 | 6 ft |
