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Frequently Asked Questions About Mary Lake, MN
- How big is Mary Lake?
- How deep is Mary Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Mary Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Mary Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Mary Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Mary Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Mary Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Mary Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Mary Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Mary Lake?
How big is Mary Lake?
How deep is Mary Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Mary Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Mary Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Mary Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Mary Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Mary Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Mary Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Mary 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
Mary Lake is a 54-acre lake with a maximum depth of 41 feet located within Itasca State Park in southern Clearwater County. A State Park daily or annual vehicle permit is required. There is a public water access with concrete ramp and parking for two vehicles/trailers. Mary is an ideal lake to explore from a canoe or kayak with boats available for rent from the State Park. Special fishing regulations in effect on Mary Lake consist of a reduced 5-fish bag limit for both Black Crappie and sunfish species, and a 14 to 20-inch protected slot limit regulation for Largemouth Bass. Statewide fishing regulations apply to all other species in Mary Lake. The lake is managed for Bluegill, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike.
Northern Pike are abundant in Mary Lake. The 2020 catch rate of 8.67 fish per net was at the upper end of the range found in similar lakes. Northern Pike had an average size of 21 inches in length with fish up to 33 inches captured in the survey.
Bluegill, Black Crappie and Largemouth Bass are not captured effectively in summer surveys of Mary Lake; however, decent populations of these species are present. Bluegill from 8 to 9 inches in length as well as Largemouth bass up to 17 inches in length were captured in this survey. Habitat for these species is excellent in Mary Lake with numerous fallen trees and prominent aquatic vegetation around much of the shoreline.
Other species of fish captured in the 2020 survey were White Sucker, Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Rock Bass, Hybrid Sunfish, Walleye and Yellow Perch.
What is the average air temp for Mary Lake?
Are there any state parks near Mary 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 Mary Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Unnamed Lake | 0.7 mi | 10 | |
| Allen Lake | 0.8 mi | 15 | |
| Deer Park Lake | 0.9 mi | 17 | |
| Myrtle Lake | 1.1 mi | 17 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.3 mi | 12 | |
| Clarke Lake | 1.4 mi | 47 | |
| Josephine Lake | 1.6 mi | 10 | |
| McKay Lake | 2.0 mi | 35 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.0 mi | 10 | |
| Elk Lake | 2.4 mi | 303 | 93 ft |
