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Crane Lake Characteristics

Lake Area (acres): 3,088.00
Littoral Area (acres): 618.00
Maximum Depth (ft): 80.00
Water Clarity (ft): 7.50

Public Access Information:  There is a state owned public access on the south side of the lake.
 



Man sitting in fishing boat is holding a walleye for the picture
Fish Species found in area lakes:
  • Walleye    
  • Smallmouth Bass
  • Northern Pike
  • Black Crappie
  • Lake Trout
  • Sturgeon
  • Sauger
  • Lake Whitefish 
  • Bluegill
  • Largemouth Bass
  • Yellow Perch
 

Crane is a 3,088 acre, 80 foot deep lake located 28 miles northeast of Orr, MN. The lakes northern shore forms part of the boundary to yellow float plane on lake Voyageurs National Park. Crane Lake is an entry point into the Park as well as U.S. Customs port for seaplane traffic. Many different fish species are present with anglers primarily seeking walleye, sauger, black crappie and smallmouth bass. An experimental walleye regulation (all walleyes from 17 to 28 inches must be immediately released. One over 28 inches allowed in possession) is in effect for Crane Lake as well as other lakes of the Namakan Reservoir. 

Are you planning a Minnesota Fishing Vacation to the Crane Lake area? Read this Minnesota fishing article written by Roger Cormier, Associate Editor, MidWest Outdoors Magazine.

 

Minnesota Fishing Regulations 2008
Effective March 1, 2008 through April 30th, 2009. (PDF)

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This document contains a synopsis of the 2008 state fishing laws and regulations. For complete fishing laws and regulations, consult Minnesota Statutes and Rules of the DNR.