Mayo Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Pequot Lakes. DNR lake ID 18040800.
Mayo Lake is a 165.2-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Pequot Lakes. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 89% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 5.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18040800 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Pequot Lakes |
| Surface area | 165.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 89% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 5.0 ft through 2020 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 33.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 9.7 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2020: clarity 5.0 ft, phosphorus 33.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 9.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Mayo Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Mayo Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 10.0 | 4.6 to 11.6 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.17 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.33 | 8.0 to 40.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.5 | 0.8 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 9.0 | 1.0 to 7.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.17 | 0.8 to 6.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 24.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 16.0 | 2.5 to 25.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.67 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.17 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 14.0 in (2019), Northern pike 30.0 in (2019), Walleye 20.0 in (2007).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- West Twin Lake 1.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- East Twin Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Fawn Lake 1.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Sibley Lake 2.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Edna Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Loon Lake 2.2 mi, Cass County
- Lower Cullen Lake 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Middle Cullen Lake 2.9 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Mayo Lake
How deep is Mayo Lake?
Mayo Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 89% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Mayo Lake?
Mayo Lake covers about 165.2 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Mayo Lake?
Summer water clarity on Mayo Lake averages 5.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2020. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Mayo Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Mayo Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Mayo Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, bowfin in Mayo Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
How is the walleye population on Mayo Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1997 to 2007, walleye numbers on Mayo Lake ran mostly below the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Mayo Lake?
Homes on Mayo Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Mayo Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Mayo Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 89% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 5.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Mayo Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Mayo Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Mayo Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2019), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.