McKenzie
A 89-acre lake near Zerkel in Clearwater County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1991.
Fish Species (6)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 45.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–23.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1991 | 45.50 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Jul 8, 1991 | 19.50 | - | 0.08 lbs |
| Jul 29, 1987 | 2.50 | - | 0.44 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 52.0 per trap net · typical 0.8–7.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1991 | 5.50 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Jul 8, 1991 | 52.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.5 per gill net · typical 2.8–10 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1991 | 1.50 | - | 0.97 lbs |
| Jul 8, 1991 | 9.50 | - | 1.99 lbs |
| Jul 29, 1987 | 14.00 | - | 0.71 lbs |
Black Crappie
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per trap net · typical 1.9–13 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1991 | 3.50 | - | 0.37 lbs |
| Jul 8, 1991 | 0.50 | - | 1.30 lbs |
| Jul 29, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 1.00 lbs |
Walleye
Stocked 2018Stocking Details
| Year | Size | Number | Pounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | unknown | 4,950 | 2.0 |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.5 per gill net · typical 1–5.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1991 | 6.50 | - | 2.92 lbs |
| Jul 29, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 1.25 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1980 | 2.00 | - | 1.70 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 8, 1991NOP, WTS, AND YEP ARE ALL ABOVE THE CLASS 37 QUARTILES FOR NUMBER AND POUNDS PER GILLNETS SET. PMK GREATLY EXCEEDS THE TRAPNET QUARTILES WHILE BLC ARE…
NOP, WTS, AND YEP ARE ALL ABOVE THE CLASS 37 QUARTILES FOR NUMBER AND POUNDS PER GILLNETS SET. PMK GREATLY EXCEEDS THE TRAPNET QUARTILES WHILE BLC ARE CLOSE TO THE MEDIAN. BLC NUMBERS HAVE VARIED OVER THE YEARS BUT HAVE ALWAYS HAD SOME STRONG YEAR CLASSES. YEP APPEARED FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THE 1987 SURVEY AND PMK IN THIS SURVEY.
July 29, 1987NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS HAVE INCREASED DRAMATICALLY AS A DIRECT RESULT OF THE STOCKING DONE BY THE D.L. TECH. CRAPPIES NUMBER HAVE DECLINED PROBABLY FOR…
NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS HAVE INCREASED DRAMATICALLY AS A DIRECT RESULT OF THE STOCKING DONE BY THE D.L. TECH. CRAPPIES NUMBER HAVE DECLINED PROBABLY FOR THE SAME REASON.
August 11, 1980N Pike catch was higher than state average. Crappies were abundant, quite a bit higher than state median but growth rates are slow.
N Pike catch was higher than state average. Crappies were abundant, quite a bit higher than state median but growth rates are slow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in McKenzie?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, Northern Pike, and Black Crappie in McKenzie. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at McKenzie?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for McKenzie. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is McKenzie?
McKenzie has a maximum depth of 17 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in McKenzie last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in McKenzie is from 1991. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does McKenzie have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for McKenzie in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 89.21 acres
- Max Depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.54 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed