Lake

Mud Lake

Traverse County, Minnesota

Mud Lake covers about 2,449 acres in Traverse County, near Wheaton, on the South Dakota border. The Minnesota DNR lists a maximum depth of 6 ft.

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Surface area2,449 acres

Max depth6 ft

Shoreline34 mi

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Species

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Boat launches

1 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

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Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Mud Lake are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources before you fish.

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Local tips

Maximum depth is only about 6 ft, so it warms quickly and wind stirs it up fast.
Boundary-water rules with South Dakota apply on this water. Check them before you go.
Check the MN DNR LakeFinder page for the latest survey, map and regulations.

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