Mashkenode Lake
About Mashkenode Lake
Mashkenode Lake is a 128-acre lake near Virginia in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 14 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, 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 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the city.
Plan Your Visit to Mashkenode Lake
- 128 acres, up to 14 feet deep, near Virginia
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 128 acres
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 128 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
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Mashkenode Lake?
Mashkenode Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Virginia. It covers 128 acres and reaches 14 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Mashkenode Lake?
Mashkenode Lake covers 128 acres with about 2.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 14 feet.
What fish can you catch at Mashkenode Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Mashkenode Lake?
Yes. Mashkenode Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Mashkenode Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Mashkenode 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 Mashkenode Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Mashkenode Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.