What Fish Are in Rainy Lake?
Rainy Lake in Koochiching County, Minnesota has 17 documented fish species: black bullhead, black crappie, burbot, cisco species, lake whitefish, largemouth bass, longnose sucker, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rainbow smelt, redhorse, rock bass, sauger, smallmouth bass, walleye, white sucker, yellow perch. The lake has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record.
All Documented Species
Game Fish & Panfish in Rainy Lake
Rainy Lake supports 5 of the region's most-targeted species: black crappie, largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye. The lake runs to a maximum depth of 161 feet across 210,200 acres, conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.
Lake Conditions
| Water Clarity | 7.5 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 161 ft |
| Surface Area | 210,200 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
| Species Count | 17 |
Stays via Stay22
Where to stay near Rainy Lake
Compare cabins, hotels, and vacation rentals near Rainy Lake in Koochiching County, Minnesota. Live availability and prices for your nights. Switch the map to Satellite to see how close each stay is to the water.
Top-rated places to stay near Rainy Lake
Prices for Nov 6–8, 4 adults. Change dates on the map below.
Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Planning a trip to Rainy Lake?
Get lake water-quality updates plus the best cabin & lodging deals near Rainy Lake — straight to your inbox. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Watch Rainy Lake water quality
Get an email when the clarity or algae readings change. Unsubscribe anytime.