Kitchi Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kitchi Lake, MN
- How big is Kitchi Lake?
- How deep is Kitchi Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Kitchi Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Kitchi Lake?
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- Are there any state parks near Kitchi Lake?
How big is Kitchi Lake?
How deep is Kitchi Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Kitchi Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Cisco (Tullibee), Common Shiner, Hybrid Sunfish, Lake Whitefish, River Redhorse, Shorthead Redhorse and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Kitchi Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Kitchi Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Kitchi Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Kitchi Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Kitchi Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Kitchi Lake that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Kitchi 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
Kitchi is a 1,858 acre lake, located 18 miles east of Bemidji, MN and part of the Cass Lake chain of lakes. A targeted survey was completed on Kitchi Lake by Bemidji Area Fisheries staff during early August in 2019 to assess the nearshore fish community and overall health of the lake.
In this survey, 18 nearshore sites (100-foot) were evenly spaced along the lakeshore to sample a variety of aquatic habitat types and collect a representative sample of the nearshore fish community. Depending on the habitat conditions at each site, backpack electrofishing and shoreline seining were attempted. Due to steep shoreline contours, dense vegetation, and soft bottom areas only four sites were sampled with a seine, while backpack electrofishing was completed at all 18 sites. A total of 18 species of fish were sampled, which included eight species (Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Blacknose Shiner, Iowa Darter, Mimic Shiner, Muskellunge, Pugnose Shiner, and Rock Bass) that are intolerant to disturbance or poor water quality.
Nearshore community data was analyzed with information collected from the standard survey completed in 2019 to calculate a Fish-based Index of Biologic Integrity (FIBI) score to measure the biological condition and overall health of Kitchi Lake. In Minnesota lakes, certain fish species cannot survive without clean water and healthy habitat (e.g. Blackchin Shiner, Least Darter, and Rock Bass), while other species are tolerant of degraded conditions (e.g. Black Bullhead, Fathead Minnow, and Green Sunfish). The combination of fish species present may identify stressors negatively affecting the lake environment. The FIBI score is composed of several fish community diversity and composition metrics to indicate the overall health of a lake by comparing it to what is expected for a healthy lake. For additional information on FIBI, search for "lake index of biological integrity" on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website (www.mndnr.gov).
According to the survey, Kitchi Lake is in good health with a FIBI score above the impairment threshold for aquatic life use determined for similar lakes. In coordination with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, data from this survey will contribute biological information about the health of the fish community to the Mississippi River (Headwaters) Watershed assessment.
What is the average air temp for Kitchi Lake?
Are there any state parks near Kitchi Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
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| Little Rice Lake | 1.2 mi | 123 | 26 ft |
| Pug Hole Lake | 1.5 mi | 84 | |
| Bullhead Lake | 1.8 mi | 22 | |
| McDonald Lake | 2.1 mi | 44 | |
| Little Pimushe Lake | 2.2 mi | 22 | |
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| Unnamed Lake | 2.8 mi | 12 | |
| Buck Lake | 3.1 mi | 360 | 40 ft |
