McCormack

St. Louis County

Near Chisholm

DOW: 69091400

PumpkinseedExcellent · 76BluegillGood · 69Black CrappieGood · 67

A 55-acre lake near Chisholm in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1982.

Fish Species (7)

Pumpkinseed

Excellent · 76

Above-normal numbers · average-size fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1982

Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.18 lbs

Catch rate: 5.5 per trap net · typical 0.4–3.8 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 12, 1982	5.50	-	0.18 lbs	Standard trap nets

Bluegill

Good · 69

Above-normal numbers · average-size fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1982

Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.20 lbs

Catch rate: 20.5 per trap net · typical 2.4–16 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 12, 1982	20.50	-	0.20 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 12, 1982	0.33	-	0.60 lbs	Standard gill nets

Black Crappie

Good · 67

Below-normal numbers · large fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1982

Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.46 lbs

Catch rate: 1.8 per trap net · typical 1.8–9.7 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 12, 1982	1.75	-	0.46 lbs	Standard trap nets

Northern Pike

Average · 39

Below-normal numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1982

Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.67 lbs

Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1.2–5.7 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 12, 1982	1.00	-	1.67 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jul 12, 1982	0.25	-	0.50 lbs	Standard trap nets

Yellow Perch

Poor · 22

Below-normal numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1982

Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.10 lbs

Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 2–16.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 12, 1982	0.33	-	0.10 lbs	Standard gill nets

Other species in this lake (2)

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

Brown Bullhead

Good · 58

Typical numbers · large fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1982

Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.17 lbs

Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.3–11.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 12, 1982	0.75	-	1.17 lbs	Standard trap nets

White Sucker

Average · 47

Below-normal numbers · large fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1982

Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

2.33 lbs

Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1.6–7.6 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 12, 1982	1.00	-	2.33 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jul 12, 1982	0.25	-	3.50 lbs	Standard trap nets

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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).

Crappie

10 combined total

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").

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

no limit

Bullhead

100

Biologist Notes

July 12, 1982The population of fishes other than Bluegill are below state and local medians. Limited littoral area appears to be responsible for low population lev…

The population of fishes other than Bluegill are below state and local medians. Limited littoral area appears to be responsible for low population levels. Natural reproduction seems adequate for population maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in McCormack?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Bluegill, Black Crappie, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch in McCormack. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at McCormack?

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

How deep is McCormack?

McCormack has a maximum depth of 25 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in McCormack last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in McCormack is from 1982. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does McCormack have any invasive species?

Yes — McCormack has confirmed Eurasian watermilfoil. Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to avoid spreading invasives to other waters.

Are there special fishing regulations on McCormack?

No — McCormack 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.