Tioga Mine Pit
About Tioga Mine Pit
Tioga Mine Pit is a 49-acre mine pit lake near Cohasset in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 225 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 27 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 3 fish species here, including largemouth bass, rainbow trout, and rock bass. 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 2021.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. OpenStreetMap shows Tioga Pit Beach on or beside the lake.
Plan Your Visit to Tioga Mine Pit
- 49 acres, up to 225 feet deep, near Cohasset
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: largemouth bass, rainbow trout, and rock bass
- Average water clarity around 27 feet — very clear
- Swim beach on or beside the lake (Tioga Pit Beach)
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 49 acres
- Max depth
- 225 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 27 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 1 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
- A trout and salmon stamp is required to fish designated trout lakes or to keep trout
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Swim beach: Tioga Pit Beach
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- Quiet paddling
- Mine pit lakes drop off steeply right from shore and stay cold at depth
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 3
- Game fish
- 3
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- 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 Tioga Mine Pit?
Tioga Mine Pit is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Cohasset. It covers 49 acres and reaches 225 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Tioga Mine Pit?
Tioga Mine Pit covers 49 acres with about 1.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 225 feet.
What fish can you catch at Tioga Mine Pit?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Tioga Mine Pit?
Yes. Tioga Mine Pit 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 Tioga Mine Pit?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake (Tioga Pit Beach). Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Tioga Mine Pit stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Tioga Mine Pit; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.