Marie
A 51-acre lake near Bigfork in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1988.
Fish Species (5)
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1988 | 6.00 | - | 0.05 lbs |
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.8 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1988 | 10.75 | - | 1.77 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1988 | 1.75 | - | 2.10 lbs |
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 15.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1988 | 15.25 | - | 0.16 lbs |
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1988 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1988 | 20.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1988 | 3.75 | - | 0.09 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Northern Pike
Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
North-central zone
Angling: 10 (not more than 2 over 26". All from 22-26" must be immediatley released).
Sunfish
20 combined total
Perch
20 daily and 40 in possession
More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)
Northern Pike
Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
North-central zone
Darkhouse spearing: 10 (only 1 between 22-26" and 1 over 26"; or, only 2 over 26").
Bullhead
100
Biologist Notes
June 22, 1988NORTHERN PIKE POPULATION ABOVE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. BLACK BULLHEAD ARE ABUNDANT. PERCH ARE RARE. NORTHERN PIKE GROWTH RATE IS EXCELLENT.
NORTHERN PIKE POPULATION ABOVE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. BLACK BULLHEAD ARE ABUNDANT. PERCH ARE RARE. NORTHERN PIKE GROWTH RATE IS EXCELLENT.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Marie?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Northern Pike, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch in Marie. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Marie?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Marie. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Marie?
Marie has a maximum depth of 48 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Marie last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Marie is from 1988. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Marie have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Marie in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Marie?
No — Marie has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide sunfish limit is: 20 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 50.78 acres
- Max Depth
- 48 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.77 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed