Mille Lacs Lake is a large freshwater lake located in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota. With an area of 128,250 acres and a shoreline length of 92.03 miles, it is one of the largest lakes in the state. The lake is known for its diverse fish population and recreational opportunities. With a maximum depth of 42 feet and a mean depth of 28.5 feet, Mille Lacs Lake provides excellent habitat for a variety of fish species. The lake is home to popular game fish such as walleye, muskellunge, northern pike, and largemouth and smallmouth bass. Other fish species that can be found in the lake include black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, bullheads, burbot, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, pumpkinseed, rock bass, tullibee (cisco), yellow bullhead, yellow perch, bowfin (dogfish), common carp, shorthead redhorse, white sucker, bluntnose minnow, brook silverside, golden shiner, Iowa darter, Johnny darter, logperch, longnose dace, mimic shiner, mottled sculpin, slimy sculpin, spottail shiner, tadpole madtom, and trout-perch. In addition to fishing, Mille Lacs Lake offers a range of recreational opportunities, including boating, swimming, and hiking. The lake is surrounded by scenic forests and parks, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The lake is also a popular destination for cultural tourism, as it has a rich history and heritage. The lake and its surrounding region have been home to the Ojibwe people for thousands of years, and visitors can explore cultural sites and learn about the traditions and customs of the Ojibwe people. Mille Lacs Lake is an important natural resource in Minnesota, providing habitat for a wide range of fish species and other wildlife. Its vast size and varied habitat make it an important ecological and recreational asset for the local community and a popular destination for visitors from around the world.