Carey Lake
About Carey Lake
Carey Lake is a 145-acre lake near Hibbing in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 14 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. 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 2017.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the city. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake.
Plan Your Visit to Carey Lake
- 145 acres, up to 14 feet deep, near Hibbing
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 5.3 feet
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 145 acres
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 2 mi
- Water clarity
- 5.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 145 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)
- Swim beach
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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 Carey Lake?
Carey Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Hibbing. It covers 145 acres and reaches 14 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Carey Lake?
Carey Lake covers 145 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 14 feet.
What fish can you catch at Carey Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Carey Lake?
Yes. Carey Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Carey Lake?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Carey Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Carey Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.