McKay Lake

DNR survey data

Fish species

Rates come from standard DNR survey gear (gill nets, trap nets, electrofishing), judged against statewide benchmarks for the same gear — which is why the same number of fish per net can read differently for two species. Where the standard gear can't count a species reliably, the page shows presence and size only. Typical is the middle fish of those measured. Open a row for the full length spread, survey by survey. You can read every number on this page without an app or an account.

Public water access

Getting on the water

• McKay Lake (carry-in)

Within 30 miles

Nearby lakes

• Rock Lake · 379 ac · 2 mi
• Yankton Lake · 403 ac · 2.6 mi
• Brawner Lake · 30 ac · 4.1 mi
• Clear Lake · 66 ac · 4.5 mi
• Lake of the Hill · 147 ac · 6.2 mi
• Iron Lake · 282 ac · 8 mi
• Currant Lake · 406 ac · 8.2 mi
• East Twin Lake · 357 ac · 8.4 mi

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

Is there a depth map for McKay Lake?

The Minnesota DNR has not published bathymetry for McKay Lake, so this page carries the survey record instead: species, catch rates and stocking history.

What fish are in McKay Lake?

The most recent DNR survey (2025) recorded crappie, yellow perch.

Does McKay Lake have a public access?

Yes. McKay Lake has one public access site: McKay Lake (carry-in).

Is McKay Lake stocked?

No stocking is on record for McKay Lake in the DNR's stocking database.

When was McKay Lake last surveyed?

The Minnesota DNR last surveyed McKay Lake in 2025.