Mill Lake
Becker County, Minnesota
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Fishing looks to be very active with peak fishing times around 7-8 AM and 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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We want to see what you've caught on Mill Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Mill Lake, MN
- How big is Mill Lake?
- How deep is Mill Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Mill Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Mill Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Mill Lake area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Mill Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Mill Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Mill Lake?
How big is Mill Lake?
How deep is Mill Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Mill Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Mill Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Mill Lake area?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Mill Lake?
What aquatic invasive species are found in Mill Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Mill Lake has no designated public boat ramp but boat access can be obtained from Lake Melissa via the Pelican River. Shore fishing is popular through much of the summer near the outlet dam (Buck's Mill). Technically, the lake is a reservoir since the dam maintains the water level about six feet higher than would otherwise be the case. Without the dam, Mill Lake would be a marsh with a four foot deep river running through it. The east half of the lake is almost entirely filled with dense plant growth except where the river channel flows through. The west basin has more open water but has a maximum depth of just ten feet.Largemouth bass and bluegills are probably the most common fish caught on the upstream side of the dam (Mill Lake itself). Northern pike, black crappie, bullheads, and a few other miscellaneous species including muskie and walleye can also be caught. Bass sampled during the survey averaged just over 12 inches in length while bluegills averaged about half that. Some bluegills over nine inches were also found. Northern pike were relatively abundant and the average length was 19.7 inches. Yellow bullheads in this lake tend to be larger than half-pound and are also of interest to some anglers in Mill Lake.
What is the average air temp for Mill Lake?
Are there any state parks near Mill 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 Mill Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Unnamed Lake | 0.8 mi | 25 | |
| Buck Lake | 0.9 mi | 86 | 15 ft |
| Sauer Lake | 1.1 mi | 193 | 39 ft |
| Melissa Lake | 1.3 mi | 1,850 | 37 ft |
| Hand Lake | 1.3 mi | 163 | |
| Holbrook Lake | 1.9 mi | 148 | |
| Lind Lake | 1.9 mi | 39 | 51 ft |
| Mud Lake | 2.2 mi | 79 | |
| Meadow Lake | 2.4 mi | 71 | 72 ft |
| Little Pelican Lake | 2.5 mi | 366 | 25 ft |
