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Big McDonald Lake

Situated near Perham, Big McDonald is famous for its stunning water clarity and sandy beaches. It remains a premier choice for summer recreation and chasing trophy walleye.

Lake Statistics

Acreage 991
Nearest Town Perham
Max Depth 46 ft
DNR Lake ID 56-0386
MN DNR Public Water Access Available

Fishing Big McDonald Lake

Common species found in DNR surveys include:

🐟 Yellow Bullhead 🐟 Northern Pike 🐟 Bluegill 🐟 Walleye

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