Markham Lake
About Markham Lake
Markham Lake is a 229-acre lake near Markham in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 29 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.7 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Markham Lake
- 229 acres, up to 29 feet deep, near Markham
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 229 acres
- Max depth
- 29 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.7 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 229 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Markham Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Markham Lake?
Markham Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Markham. It covers 229 acres and reaches 29 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Markham Lake?
Markham Lake covers 229 acres with about 3.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 29 feet.
What fish can you catch at Markham Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Markham Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Markham Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Markham Lake.
Can you swim at Markham Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Markham 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.