Moose Lake
About Moose Lake
Moose Lake is a 412-acre lake near Northome in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 52 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 6.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.3 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, 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 2018.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Moose Lake
- 412 acres, up to 52 feet deep, near Northome
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 11.3 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 412 acres
- Max depth
- 52 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 93 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
- 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
- 10
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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 Moose Lake?
Moose Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Northome. It covers 412 acres and reaches 52 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Moose Lake?
Moose Lake covers 412 acres with about 6.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 52 feet.
What fish can you catch at Moose Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Moose Lake?
Yes. Moose Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Moose Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Moose 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 Moose Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Moose Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.