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Maxine Lake

St. Louis County, Minnesota

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Frequently Asked Questions About Maxine Lake, MN


How big is Maxine Lake?
Maxine Lake is approximately 39 sq acres (0.2 sq km) in size with 2 miles (3.2 km) of shoreline.

How deep is Maxine Lake?
Maxine Lake is approximately 21 feet (6.4 m) at its deepest point.

What kind of fish can you catch in Maxine Lake?
Although thery may be others but anglers can expect to find a variety of fish including Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Rock Bass and Yellow Perch in Maxine Lake.

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



What are the closest cities to Maxine Lake?
Nearby cities and towns include Ely, MN.

Are there places to stay in the Maxine 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! Maxine 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 places to eat and drink near Maxine 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

Maxine Lake is in Ecological Lake Class 13, which consists of 84 lakes in northeast Minnesota that are small, shallow, and have very soft (unmineralized) water. Maxine Lake is smaller than most of the lakes in this lake class. Maxine Lake ranks as mesotrophic-to-eutrophic according to Carlson's Trophic State Index using water clarity of 1.8 m, chlorophyll_a of 6 ppb, and total phosphorus of 26 ppb.Maxine Lake was thermally stratified on 07/02/2001 with a surface temperature of 71 F and a bottom temperature of 45 F, and retained 2 ppm oxygen to a depth of 11 ft, where the temperature was 57 F. The inlet from Ole Lake and the outlet to Little Crab Lake (via Korb Creek) have low flows and barriers to fish movement (bogs and beaver dams). Lake bottom substrates along the shoreline are mostly boulder and rubble. Aquatic plants grow to a depth of 8 ft and are scattered along the shoreline, with concentrations at the inlet and outlet and in the eastern bay. Water shield, sweetgale, water bulrush, and cattail are the most common plants.Maxine Lake is in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness on a no-motor route. There is one USFS campsite on the lake.This was the initial survey of Maxine Lake. Fish populations in 2001 were sampled with two gillnet sets and two metal minnow traps. Trapnets were not used due to the difficult portage access. Shoreline seines were not used due to the lack of suitable seining areas on the lake.The total catch of fish (all species combined) in the gillnets in 2001 of 18.5 fish/net (22.9 lb/net) was near the median for this lake class. Fish populations consisted mostly of northern pike, white sucker, largemouth bass, and bluegill sunfish. Other fish species were present in low numbers.Northern pike numbers (3.5/gillnet) were in the second quartile for this lake class. Pike sizes averaged 23.4" (2.8 lb), which was in the fourth quartile for this lake class. The largest pike was 27.4". Pike from five year classes were captured. Pike growth appeared to be slower than normal by area standards.White sucker numbers (4.5/gillnet) were near the median for this lake class. Sucker sizes averaged 16.5" (1.9 lb), which was in the third quartile for this lake class.Largemouth bass numbers (3.5/gillnet) were in the fourth quartile for this lake class. Bass sizes averaged 11.9" (0.9 lb), which was at the median for this lake class. The largest bass was 14.6". Only two year classes of bass were caught, ages four and six. Bass growth was normal by area standards.Bluegill numbers (4.0/gillnet) appeared to be high, although quartiles have not been developed for bluegill catches in gillnets for this lake class. Bluegill sizes averaged 6.0" (0.1 lb); the largest bluegill was 7.4".


What is the average air temp for Maxine Lake?
Looking forward to your next adventure at Maxine 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 Maxine Lake?
Enjoy more of the outdoors with a visit to an area state park. There are 2 state parks in the vacinity of Maxine 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 Maxine Lake...
DISTANCE ACRES MAX DEPTH
Ole Lake 0.8 mi 56 19 ft
Geraldine Lake 1.3 mi 42
Korb Lake 1.3 mi 54 27 ft
Silica Lake 1.6 mi 43 16 ft
Little Crab Lake 1.7 mi 63 15 ft
Crab Lake 1.7 mi 420 57 ft
Coxey Pond 2.3 mi 192 14 ft
Lunetta Lake 2.7 mi 100 14 ft
West Crab Lake 2.7 mi 551
Unnamed Lake 2.8 mi 12
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