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What Fish Are in Crane Lake?

Crane Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota has 12 documented fish species: black crappie, bluegill, cisco species, muskellunge, northern pike, redhorse, rock bass, sauger, smallmouth bass, walleye, white sucker, yellow perch. The lake holds an overall water quality grade of D (Poor).

All Documented Species

Game Fish & Panfish in Crane Lake

Crane Lake supports 6 of the region's most-targeted species: black crappie, bluegill, muskellunge, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye. With a water quality grade of D and a maximum depth of 80 feet across 2,921 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Quality GradeD (Poor)
Water Clarity6 ft
Maximum Depth80 ft
Surface Area2,921 acres
Public AccessYes
Species Count12