Marabaeuf Lake
About Marabaeuf Lake
Marabaeuf Lake is an 860-acre lake near Grand Marais in Cook County, Minnesota. It reaches 55 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 32.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 10.7 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state. The lake is a border water shared with Canada, so different seasons, limits and licensing rules can apply on the far side.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the US Forest Service and Minnesota DNR. Maraboeuf Lake #11 and Maraboeuf Lake #10 are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Marabaeuf Lake
- 860 acres, up to 55 feet deep, near Grand Marais
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the US Forest Service and Minnesota DNR
- Average water clarity around 10.7 feet
- Camping close to the water at Maraboeuf Lake #11 and Maraboeuf Lake #10
- Border water with Canada — know which side of the line you are fishing on
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service, Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 860 acres
- Max depth
- 55 ft
- Shoreline
- 32.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 10.7 ft
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
- Border-water seasons and limits with Canada differ from Minnesota inland rules
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Camping: Maraboeuf Lake #11, Maraboeuf Lake #10, and Maraboeuf Lake #9
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
Maraboeuf Lake #11, Maraboeuf Lake #10, Maraboeuf Lake #9, and Maraboeuf Lake #8 are mapped on or near Marabaeuf Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Marabaeuf Lake?
Marabaeuf Lake is in Cook County, Minnesota, near Grand Marais. It covers 860 acres and reaches 55 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Marabaeuf Lake?
Marabaeuf Lake covers 860 acres with about 32.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 55 feet.
What fish can you catch at Marabaeuf Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Marabaeuf Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Marabaeuf Lake?
Yes. Marabaeuf Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the US Forest Service and Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Marabaeuf Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Marabaeuf 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.
Can you camp at Marabaeuf Lake?
Yes. Maraboeuf Lake #11, Maraboeuf Lake #10, and Maraboeuf Lake #9 are mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.