Gunn Lake
About Gunn Lake
Gunn Lake is a 382-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 55 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 17 feet, and has roughly 5.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Gunn Lake
- 382 acres, up to 55 feet deep, near Marcell
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 13 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 382 acres
- Max depth
- 55 ft
- Average depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 13 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 142 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)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- 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 Gunn Lake?
Gunn Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. It covers 382 acres and reaches 55 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Gunn Lake?
Gunn Lake covers 382 acres with about 5.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 55 feet and its average depth is about 17 feet.
What fish can you catch at Gunn Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Gunn Lake?
Yes. Gunn Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Gunn Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Gunn 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 Gunn Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Gunn Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.