Fox Lake
About Fox Lake
Fox Lake is a 262-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 75 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.7 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Fox Lake
- 262 acres, up to 75 feet deep, near Marcell
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 262 acres
- Max depth
- 75 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.7 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 193 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Fox Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. It covers 262 acres and reaches 75 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake covers 262 acres with about 4.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 75 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fox Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Fox Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Fox Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Fox Lake.
Can you swim at Fox Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fox 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.