Leora Lake in Saint Louis County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Leora Lake belongs to Saint Louis County, Minnesota. It stands 1,358 feet above sea level. The water covers around 257 acres, which puts most of it out of reach from the bank. A shoreline of some 2.6 miles keeps the choices simple. It ranks high for size among our Saint Louis County listings. Arnold sits 21 miles from here and is the nearest stop. The nearest city of size is Minneapolis, 152 miles away. There is no boundary nearby to worry about.

• Where to Fish on Leora Lake

  Depth records show about 40 feet at the bottom of the basin. The productive water is a rod length or two out, not a hundred. A natural lake fishes on cover, and cover here means weed and timber. Reported across Saint Louis County: yellow perch, northern pike, white sucker and rainbow trout. Records at this level tell you what is in the area. At Leora Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Climate normals give 65°F for July and 5°F for January. Winter closes the water for a while, and the reopening is worth catching. The open season starts with the thaw, near enough late April. Averages place the thaw at late April and the freeze at late November. Look to early summer and the first cool weeks of autumn. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Leora Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  We have no record of the rules that apply on this bank. This is a natural basin, not a dammed one. The map shows no ramp or car park nearby, so this is a walk-in water. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Should this one be busy, Winkle Lake is 0.5 miles off. Confirm access to Leora Lake locally before you travel.