McFarland Lake
Cook County, Minnesota
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We want to see what you've caught on McFarland Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About McFarland Lake, MN
- How big is McFarland Lake?
- How deep is McFarland Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in McFarland Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the McFarland Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on McFarland Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near McFarland Lake?
- What is the average air temp for McFarland Lake?
- Are there any state parks near McFarland Lake?
How big is McFarland Lake?
How deep is McFarland Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in McFarland Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Cisco (Tullibee), Lake Whitefish and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the McFarland Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on McFarland Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near McFarland Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in McFarland 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
A temperature-dissolved oxygen profile was collected in the deepest basin on McFarland Lake on August 7th, 2023 to evaluate the amount of cold, oxygenated water (i.e., oxythermal habitat) available to Lake Whitefish and Cisco, also known as Tullibee. Based on the profile, the top of the thermocline (i.e., the location in the water column with the sharpest transition from warm to cold water) occurred at approximately 13 feet. Dissolved oxygen decreased to below 3.0 mg/L at 26.4 feet, which was below the thermocline, at the time of sampling. The temperature at which dissolved oxygen decreased to below 3.0 mg/L (i.e., TDO3, a single variable to characterize oxythermal habitat) was 8.9°C (48.0°F).
TDO3 values cooler than 17.2°C for Lake Whitefish or 21.5°C for Cisco indicate that oxythermal conditions are favorable for both species. Dissolved oxygen concentrations below the thermocline indicate that suitable oxythermal habitat for Lake Whitefish and Cisco was available across a range of depths at the time of sampling. Data collected in 1988-2017 indicate suitable oxythermal habitat in most years, with the least favorable conditions recorded in 2017 (17.5°C). When adequate oxythermal habitat is available, Lake Whitefish or Cisco are not squeezed into unfavorable, warmer water conditions and therefore do not experience higher levels of stress.
Are there any state parks near McFarland 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 McFarland Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Little John Lake | 0.8 mi | 40 | 8 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.2 mi | 12 | |
| John Lake | 1.3 mi | 191 | 20 ft |
| Royal Lake | 1.8 mi | 22 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.8 mi | 25 | |
| Loft Lake | 2.6 mi | 14 | 48 ft |
| North Fowl Lake | 2.7 mi | 1,040 | 10 ft |
| East Pike Lake | 2.8 mi | 554 | 40 ft |
| South Fowl Lake | 2.8 mi | 1,586 | 10 ft |
| Stump Lake | 3.0 mi | 254 | 54 ft |
