McCormick Lake
About McCormick Lake
McCormick Lake is a 61-acre lake near Willow River in Pine County, Minnesota. It reaches 17 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.2 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 6 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, 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 2009.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to McCormick Lake
- 61 acres, up to 17 feet deep, near Willow River
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 6.2 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 61 acres
- Max depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 53 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)
- Picnic area
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 6
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2009
- 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 McCormick Lake?
McCormick Lake is in Pine County, Minnesota, near Willow River. It covers 61 acres and reaches 17 feet deep.
How big and how deep is McCormick Lake?
McCormick Lake covers 61 acres with about 1.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 17 feet.
What fish can you catch at McCormick Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on McCormick Lake?
Yes. McCormick Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at McCormick Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at McCormick 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 McCormick Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for McCormick Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.