McAvity Lake
About McAvity Lake
McAvity Lake is a 147-acre lake near Cohasset in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 29 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 11 feet, and has roughly 3.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2007.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to McAvity Lake
- 147 acres, up to 29 feet deep, near Cohasset
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 13.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 147 acres
- Max depth
- 29 ft
- Average depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 13.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 101 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 (concrete)
Best For
- 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
- 9
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2007
- 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 McAvity Lake?
McAvity Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Cohasset. It covers 147 acres and reaches 29 feet deep.
How big and how deep is McAvity Lake?
McAvity Lake covers 147 acres with about 3.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 29 feet and its average depth is about 11 feet.
What fish can you catch at McAvity Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on McAvity Lake?
Yes. McAvity Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at McAvity Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at McAvity 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 McAvity Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for McAvity Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.