Ray Lake
Cass County, Minnesota
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Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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We want to see what you've caught on Ray Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Ray Lake, MN
- How big is Ray Lake?
- How deep is Ray Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Ray Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Ray Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Ray Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Ray Lake area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Ray Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Ray Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Ray Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Ray Lake?
How big is Ray Lake?
How deep is Ray Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Ray Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blacknose Shiner, Cisco (Tullibee), Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Ray Lake?
What are the closest cities to Ray Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Ray Lake area?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Ray Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Ray Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Ray 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 Ray 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
Ray Lake is a 143 acre lake, with a maximum depth of 27', located 13 miles northwest of Brainerd in Cass County. Ray is located in the Crow Wing River watershed. A nearshore survey was conducted to assess the populations of both game and non-game fish species. Ten 100' long sampling stations were evenly spaced around the lakeshore. Each station was then sampled by backpack electrofishing, and if conditions allowed with a 15' or 50' 1/8th inch seine.
The survey took place on June 21, 2019, with all 10 stations sampled by backpack electrofishing. The 50' 1/8th inch seine was used at 2 stations and the 15' 1/8th inch seine was used at an additional 3 stations. Heavy vegetation and/or soft bottom prevented the use of seines at the other 5 sampling sites. Nineteen species were sampled, including 6 species that are intolerant of habitat disturbance: banded killifish, blackchin shiner, blacknose shiner, mimic shiner, pugnose shiner, and rock bass. This nearshore survey will be used along with the gill net and trap net survey conducted on June 17-19, 2019 to calculate a Fish-Based Index of Biotic Integrity (FIBI) score. The FIBI uses fish community data to measure a lake's health by the types of fish species present and comparing it to what is expected for this type of lake.
What is the average air temp for Ray Lake?
Are there any state parks near Ray Lake?
Pillsbury State Forest
Crow Wing State Forest
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Crow Wing State Park
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Ray Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Spider Lake | 0.4 mi | 1,577 | |
| Roy Lake | 0.6 mi | 320 | 26 ft |
| Upper Gull Lake | 0.7 mi | 422 | 54 ft |
| Fawn Lake | 1.1 mi | 64 | 40 ft |
| Lake Edna | 1.2 mi | 156 | 63 ft |
| Nisswa Lake | 1.6 mi | 219 | 23 ft |
| West Twin Lake | 2.1 mi | 127 | 42 ft |
| Lower Cullen Lake | 2.2 mi | 560 | 39 ft |
| Margaret Lake | 2.4 mi | 248 | 26 ft |
| Margaret Lake | 2.4 mi | 248 | 26 ft |
