Marshall

Cook County

Near Maple Hill

DOW: 16017600

WalleyeGood · 64Yellow PerchGood · 52Northern PikeGood · 50

A 56-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for walleye and panfish. Last surveyed 1973.

Fish Species (5)

Walleye

Good · 64

Typical numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973

Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.46 lbs

Catch rate: 6.3 per gill net · typical 1–7.2 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Aug 13, 1973	6.33	-	1.46 lbs	Standard gill nets

Yellow Perch

Good · 52

Typical numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973

Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.16 lbs

Catch rate: 4.7 per gill net · typical 2–23 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Aug 13, 1973	4.67	-	0.16 lbs	Standard gill nets

Northern Pike

Good · 50

Below-normal numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973

Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

2.08 lbs

Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 3.9–9.4 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Aug 13, 1973	2.00	-	2.08 lbs	Standard gill nets

Smallmouth Bass

Good · 50

Average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973

Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.60 lbs

Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 0.4–1.7 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Aug 13, 1973	0.33	-	1.60 lbs	Standard gill nets

Other species in this lake (1)

Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Aug 13, 1973	6.00	-	2.63 lbs	Standard gill nets

Fishing Regulations

Statewide limits

Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.

Walleye and Sauger

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

6 combined, not more than one walleye over 20"

Northern Pike

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Northeast zone

Angling: 2 (not more than 1 over 40" in possession. All from 30-40" must be immediatley released).

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass

Season: Mar 1, 2026 – May 8, 2026

Largemouth and smallmouth bass in the Northeast zone, north and east of US Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls and Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County.

Catch-and-release only

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Largemouth and smallmouth bass in the Northeast zone, north and east of US Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls and Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County.

6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth

Perch

20 daily and 40 in possession

More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)

Northern Pike

Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Northeast zone

Darkhouse spearing: 2 (Not more than 1 over 26").

Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers

no limit

Biologist Notes

August 13, 1973There is a good Walleye population with an ample Perch population for forage. N Pike, SM Bass, and Suckers are also present in smaller numbers.

There is a good Walleye population with an ample Perch population for forage. N Pike, SM Bass, and Suckers are also present in smaller numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Marshall?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Smallmouth Bass in Marshall. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at Marshall?

We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Marshall. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.

How deep is Marshall?

Marshall has a maximum depth of 16 feet and a mean depth of 6 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Marshall last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Marshall is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does Marshall have any invasive species?

No invasive species are on record for Marshall in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.

Are there special fishing regulations on Marshall?

No — Marshall has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide walleye and sauger limit is: 6 combined, not more than one walleye over 20". Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.