Takucmich Lake
About Takucmich Lake
Takucmich Lake is a 338-acre lake near Crane Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 150 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 40 feet, and has roughly 7.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 14.2 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state. Access is by portage through Superior National Forest; most lakes reached this way lie in or beside the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where an entry permit is required.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, smallmouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and lake trout. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
Public access is by portage — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch. 4 campgrounds are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Takucmich Lake
- 338 acres, up to 150 feet deep, near Crane Lake
- Portage access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, smallmouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and lake trout
- Average water clarity around 14.2 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water
- Boundary Waters country: entry permit required, no cans or glass bottles, and motors are restricted on most lakes
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Portage access only
- Launch fee
- Permit or fee required
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
- Wilderness permit
- BWCAW permit required
Conditions
- Surface area
- 338 acres
- Max depth
- 150 ft
- Average depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 7.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 14.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 98 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
- A BWCAW permit is required year-round; quota permits apply May 1 through September 30
- Recorded accesses require a permit or fee
Facilities
- 4 portage accesses
- Camping (4 mapped)
Best For
- Northern Pike fishing
- Lakeside camping
- Canoe tripping
- 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
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Camping & Reservations
4 campgrounds are mapped on or near Takucmich Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Takucmich Lake?
Takucmich Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Crane Lake. It covers 338 acres and reaches 150 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Takucmich Lake?
Takucmich Lake covers 338 acres with about 7.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 150 feet and its average depth is about 40 feet.
What fish can you catch at Takucmich Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Lake Trout, Burbot, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Takucmich Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: portage access only.
Can you swim at Takucmich Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Takucmich 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 Takucmich Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Takucmich Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Can you camp at Takucmich Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.