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We want to see what you've caught on Island Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Island Lake, MN
- How big is Island Lake?
- How deep is Island Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Island Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Island Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Island Lake area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Island Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Island Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Island Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Island Lake?
How big is Island Lake?
How deep is Island Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Island Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Darter, Cisco (Tullibee), Common Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Lake Whitefish, Logperch, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Island Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Island Lake area?
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Are there places to eat and drink near Island Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Island Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Island 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
Island and Loon are two separate lakes that are surveyed as one lake totaling 232 acres. They are part of the Whitefish chain of lakes located in northern Crow Wing County near Crosslake, MN. Development is heavy, with 92 homes/cabins and one resort being counted along 5.2 miles of shoreline during the 1995 survey.Walleyes have not been stocked into Island-Loon since 1967. It is connected to Whitefish Lake, which is stocked with both fry and fingerlings. The walleye catch rate (0.7/gill net) was below average in 2005 when compared to similar lakes. Average size was 24.5" and 6.2 lbs. All of the fish were over 12".The northern pike catch rate was average (7.2/gill net). Average size was 22.5" and 2.8 lbs., with 35% of the fish being 24" or larger.Largemouth bass were caught in average numbers in trap nets (0.8/net). Average length was 11.9" and 50% of the fish were 12" or larger. Only one largemouth bass was captured in gill nets.The black crappie catch rate was average in both gill nets (0.5/net) and trap nets (0.7/net). When both gears were combined, 56% of the fish were 8" or larger.The bluegill catch rate was average (17.9/trap net), but the lowest to date. Average length was 6.0" and 27% were 7" or larger.The lake whitefish catch rate was average (2.2/gill net). Average size was 11.1" and 0.5 lbs.Other fish species captured included bowfin (dogfish), green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, longear sunfish, pumpkinseed, rock bass, tullibee (cisco), white sucker, yellow bullhead, and yellow perch.
What is the average air temp for Island Lake?
Are there any state parks near Island Lake?
Crow Wing State Forest
Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area
Land O Lakes State Forest
Pillsbury State Forest
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Island Lake...DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
Island-loon Lake | 0.1 mi | 176 | 76 ft |
Ox Lake | 0.8 mi | 241 | 74 ft |
Rush Lake | 1.2 mi | 858 | 105 ft |
Big Trout Lake | 1.2 mi | 1,363 | 128 ft |
Little Ox Lake | 1.3 mi | 46 | 72 ft |
Meyer Lake | 1.4 mi | 53 | 53 ft |
Daggett Lake | 2.4 mi | 258 | 23 ft |
Pleasant Lake | 2.8 mi | 22 | 69 ft |
Cross Lake Reservoir | 2.9 mi | 1,813 | 84 ft |
Little Pine Lake | 3.0 mi | 330 | 36 ft |