Crane Lake

Crane Lake

Size
2,881ac
Boat Launch
Yes
Carry-in Launch
No
Toilet
No
Boat Dock
No
Species in Crane Lake
Walleye
Walleye
Bluegill
Bluegill
Crappie
Crappie
Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Channel catfish
Channel catfish
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
White bass
White bass
Perch
Perch
Pumpkinseed
Pumpkinseed

Overview

Crane Lake Map

Fishing Regulations

Special Fishing Regulations: This lake has special fishing regulations that differ from statewide or border water regulations for those species identified below and take precedence. Regulations listed below are currently in place. Visit the fishing regulations page for links to upcoming regulations for specific lakes.

Special Species Regulations

  • White Crappie: In Buckeye Lake, for White Crappie over 9 inches, daily limit = 30
  • Black Crappie: In Buckeye Lake, for Black Crappie over 9 inches, daily limit = 30
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Top Fish Species

Walleye
fish
8-25 in
Length Range
17 in
Length Range
2024
Surveyed
Abundance (CPUE)
Understanding Abundance

Abundance ratings are based on Catch Per Unit Effort (CPUE) measurements conducted by the MN DNR, and represent a snapshot of a species population at a given point in time

Source: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Survey cadence may vary by state and water body.
Species Lengths
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