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MINNESOTA LAKES

Noma Lake

Itasca County, Minnesota

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Frequently Asked Questions About Noma Lake, MN

How big is Noma Lake?
Noma Lake is approximately 60 sq acres (0.2 sq km) in size with 2 miles (3.2 km) of shoreline.
How deep is Noma Lake?
Noma Lake is approximately 47 feet (14.3 m) at its deepest point.
What kind of fish can you catch in Noma Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Black Crappie, Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, Walleye and Yellow Perch in Noma Lake.

Other fish species in the lake include Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter and White Sucker.

Are there places to stay in the Noma Lake area?
Are you craving a weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of city life? Or maybe you're an avid angler in search of the perfect fishing spot? Look no further! Noma Lake and its surrounding area offer an abundance of options to suit your needs. If you're in need of accommodation, check out our area map which highlights some of the best places to stay. And if you're looking for even more options, head on over to our Travel section. But why settle for a traditional hotel or resort when you can take your adventure to the next level by renting a RV? The open road awaits you!
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Are there boat launches on Noma Lake?
We know of 1 public boat launch on Noma Lake. Please observe any specific lake regulations posted by the boat launch and please help keep the launch area free of litter.
Are there places to eat and drink near Noma Lake?
Yes, you can find numerous options in the area. Click the button below to see what's nearby.
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History & Status of the Fishery

Noma Lake is a small bass-panfish lake located just north of Wirt, MN in the Big Fork River watershed. The lake is 55 acres with a maximum depth of 47 feet and relatively clear water. This is a soft water lake with a total alkalinity of only 12 ppm. An earthen ramp public access is located at the southwest corner of the lake.

The Lake Management Plan (LMP) was last revised in 2003. Northern Pike and Bluegill were considered primary management species, with Black Crappie and Largemouth Bass as secondary management species. A standard lake survey was conducted in July 2022 to assess the status of the fish community.

The 2022 gill-net catch for Northern Pike exceeded the LMP goal but was identical to the previous survey. Size structure of pike declined from previous surveys but was still favorable. Pike ranged from 18.8 to 31.6 inches and averaged 24.4 inches in 2022. Ages 3 through 8 were represented in the sample with average growth. Pike averaged 23.7 inches after 5 years of growth. The presence of fish exceeding 30 inches is rare in such a small lake. Small lakes are often vulnerable to overharvest. Anglers are encouraged to release fish over 26 inches to maintain quality angling opportunities.

Noma Lake has typically produced Bluegill in moderate to high numbers with poor size structure. The 2022 trap-net catch was below average for the lake and lakes with similar habitat. Size structure remained poor. Sampled Bluegill ranged from 3.4 to 8.1 inches with an average length of 6.0 inches. Ages 2 through 10 were represented in the sample with ages 3 and 7 the most frequently sampled. Growth was typical for this type of lake; Bluegill averaged 6.4 inches after 6 years of growth.

Net catches for Black Crappie have been highly variable in Noma Lake. The 2022 gill-net catch was above average compared to similar lakes, while the trap-net catch was below average. Size structure was poor as only two fish exceeded 9 inches. Ages 2 through 6 were represented in the sample with average growth. Crappie averaged 8.4 inches after 5 years of growth.

As in previous surveys, low numbers of Largemouth Bass were sampled in gill nets and trap nets. Sampled bass ranged from 5.6 to 20.5 inches. Two fish exceeding 20 inches were sampled, indicating the opportunity to catch a trophy. Anglers are encouraged to release bass exceeding 15 inches to maintain quality angling opportunities.

Other species sampled in test nets included Hybrid Sunfish, Pumpkinseed and Yellow Perch.

What is the average air temp for Noma Lake?
Looking forward to your next adventure at Noma Lake? Don't forget to plan ahead! Weather can be unpredictable, but we've got you covered. On average, air temperatures during this time of year range from a high around 72°F (22°C) to a low around 48°F (9°C). Of course, these are just historical averages, so be prepared for anything Mother Nature throws your way. For the most up-to-date weather information, be sure to check out our Weather Bar located at the top of this page.
Are there any state parks near Noma Lake?
Enjoy more of the outdoors with a visit to an area state park. There are 2 state parks in the vacinity of Noma Lake.

For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
Noma Lake Reviews
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jack g.
5 star rating
I have not been back since my latest report. Hopefully those pesky weeds have gone by now and the lake is back as it was in the '60s. I sit here now wishing I could return to the '60s and to Noma Lake. But what 74 year old doesn't wish such wishes. I have been going to northern Wisconsin for the past several years to a little lake named Van Vliet in Vilas county almost to the shores of Lake Superior. It is nice and I have caught a couple of Muskie that do not live in Noma but there are things missing. First my dear wife of the 1960s has passed on and my new wife of 21 years today is in the hospital and I am sort of reminissing. My second wife is from Georgia and several years ago when we talked of going to Minnesota she thought we were nuts. We live on Lake Seminole, one of the best bass lakes in the South and talking of driving 1500 miles to go fishing seemed a bit crazy. She went with us though along with my sister and her family. We had a wonderful time and she fell in love with Noma lake too. She loves to catch bluegills (brim down here). We haven't been able to get back and at our present ages and conditions it seems doubtful if we will ever make it. If someone reads this and then tries fishing Noma Lake please give me a report on Lake-Link messenger as well as a report on here. Thak you in advance Jack and Frances Gaither SeminoleJack Lake Seminole, Georgia. 8043 Spring Creek Drive Donalsonville, Georgia 39845
Reviewed Oct 17, 2007
jack g.
3 star rating
This being a glacial lake has been here for a very long time. When I first came upon the lake in 1959 the shoreline was ringed with grass at the water's edge just enough that the bass could get back in the grass. A plastic worm tossed just at the edge of the grass would often result in a fish. The five little bays in the lake were shallow and had clumps of large leaf lilly pads with openings between clumps so that a topwater lure fished around them often took some nice fish. The last time I was there something had happened to the lake. Something or someone had introduced a new weed somewhat like the lilly pads but with leaves only about 3-4inches. This stuff choked the openings between the old big lilies and all along the surface of the shoreline out for about 20 or so feet. This made it virtually impossible to cast into the shoreline. I am sure the fish are still there and if I were to get back I would find ways of catching them. However in a few days I will be 71 years old so I probably will not get the chance. There are some really big northern strain bass in there. We used to catch 5lb fish with regularity. I talked to the fisheries man about the weeds and he said sometimes these things run in cycles. I hope they cycle out soon. It is my most favorite lake in the World.
Reviewed Jan 22, 2004
jack g.
4 star rating
I first fished Noma Lake in 1959. Found it had many LM bass and bluegill. a few pike but no walleye or crappie. I spent 7 consecutive summers camping at and around the lake. Two summers We spent 11 weeks each summer camping in the area and fishing this lake almost daily. We always had good luck with bass and bluegill and an occasional northern pike. The largest pike I ever caught was around 40". Over the years we caught many over 30". It is a fine lake for family as the bluegills will almost always bite from shore and the bass being bass will co-operate when they feel like it. While pike are few there are some very large ones in the lake but difficult to get to hit apparently due to large population of bluegill and small yellow perch. I never saw a perch larger than about 8". It isn't a trophy lake but I have caught bass of 5 lb. many times. It is just a great little lake and easy to fish. In recent years the state has put some walleye in the lake but I don't know how they are doing as I have not been back there in several years. It is just such a pleasant place that I kept returning year after year even if I might have caught larger fish at other places. The campground is primitive so come self contained. Located across the road from Clear Lake which has both crappie and walleye if that is what you want to fish for. There are many other lakes in easy reach, each with it's own specialties in terms of species. This area remains so unspoiled that when I returned after a 15 year absence everything looked almost as it had when I left those 15 years earlier.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2001
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