Mayhew Lake
About Mayhew Lake
Mayhew Lake is a 128-acre lake near Mayhew in Benton County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 12 feet, and has roughly 3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Mayhew Lake
- 128 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Mayhew
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 128 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Average depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 3 mi
- Water clarity
- 4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 66 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Picnic area
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 13
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mayhew Lake?
Mayhew Lake is in Benton County, Minnesota, near Mayhew. It covers 128 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Mayhew Lake?
Mayhew Lake covers 128 acres with about 3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet and its average depth is about 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Mayhew Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Mayhew Lake?
Yes. Mayhew Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Mayhew Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Mayhew Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Mayhew Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Mayhew Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.