Ox Yoke Lake
Cass County, Minnesota
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We want to see what you've caught on Ox Yoke Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Ox Yoke Lake, MN
- How big is Ox Yoke Lake?
- How deep is Ox Yoke Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Ox Yoke Lake?
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- Are there boat launches on Ox Yoke Lake?
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- Are there any state parks near Ox Yoke Lake?
How big is Ox Yoke Lake?
How deep is Ox Yoke Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Ox Yoke Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Ox Yoke Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Ox Yoke Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Ox Yoke Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Ox Yoke Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Ox Yoke Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Ox Yoke 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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History & Status of the Fishery
Ox Yoke Lake is a 187-acre lake with 2.87 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 42 feet located north of Backus, MN. A Minnesota Department of Natural Resources owned public access is located on the south shore. The MNDNR has classified Minnesota's lakes into 43 different classes based on physical, chemical and other characteristics. Ox Yoke Lake is in Lake Class 31; lakes in this class are generally clear and productive with moderate depth. The lake is primarily managed for Largemouth Bass and Black Crappie and secondarily for Northern Pike, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A 10 Sunfish possession limit was implemented in 1996 to improve size structure. This regulation showed initial improvements which were not sustained over the long-term, and was converted to a 5 Sunfish daily limit (statewide possession limit still applies) in 2022.
Ox Yoke Lake is a great multi-species lake. Black Crappie were above management goals and ranged in length from 4 to 11 inches long with an average length of 7 inches. Bluegill numbers in 2022 were the lowest recorded and did not meet management goals. Bluegill ranged in length from 3 to 8 inches with an average length of 5 inches. Largemouth Bass ranged in length from 6 to 17 inches with an average length and weight of 12 inches and 1.2 pounds. Northern Pike numbers exceeded management goals, and ranged in length from 9 to 34 inches with an average length and weight of 20 inches and 2.0 pounds.
Other species sampled were Brown Bullhead, Hybrid Sunfish, Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Yellow Bullhead, and Yellow Perch.
People can have significant impacts on lakes and the fish populations they support. Harvest, lakeshore development, removal of shoreline vegetation. Currently no aquatic invasive species (AIS) have been identified in Ox Yoke Lake however, Purple Loosestrife is found on the lake's shore. AIS are moved from infested to non-infested waters by anglers, boaters, and lake shore owners and can adversely impact lakes and fish populations. To avoid spreading AIS, lake users are required to remove all aquatic plants or animals from their watercraft and drain all water from their boat before leaving the access. If you suspect an infestation of an invasive species in this lake, save a specimen and report it to a local natural resource office. Additional information on all of these topics can be found on the DNR website (www.dnr.state.mn.us) or by contacting the Walker Area Fisheries office.
What is the average air temp for Ox Yoke Lake?
Are there any state parks near Ox Yoke 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 Ox Yoke Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Five Point Lake | 0.9 mi | 251 | 37 ft |
| Loon Lake | 1.2 mi | 22 | |
| Pickerel Lake | 1.2 mi | 66 | 18 ft |
| Horseshoe Lake | 1.4 mi | 260 | 51 ft |
| Horseshoe Lake | 1.4 mi | 260 | 51 ft |
| Horseshoe Lake | 1.4 mi | 260 | 51 ft |
| Rainy Lake | 1.8 mi | 129 | 29 ft |
| Round Lake | 1.9 mi | 25 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.2 mi | 15 | |
| Big Portage Lake | 2.3 mi | 902 | 23 ft |
