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Frequently Asked Questions About Ruth Lake, MN
- How big is Ruth Lake?
- How deep is Ruth Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Ruth Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Ruth Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Ruth Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Ruth Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Ruth Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Ruth Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Ruth Lake?
How big is Ruth Lake?
How deep is Ruth Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Ruth Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Fathead Minnow, Golden Shiner, Hybrid Sunfish, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Ruth Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Ruth Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Ruth Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Ruth Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Ruth Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
A targeted survey of nearshore fish species in Ruth Lake was conducted on July 6-7, 2022, by Index of Biological Integrity (IBI) Program staff. Sampling sites were evenly spaced around the lake, and each was sampled by backpack electrofishing and seining with a 50-foot or 15-foot seine, where possible. Backpack electrofishing was completed at fourteen sampling stations. Similarly, a 50-foot seine was used to sample twelve stations and a 15-foot seine was used at two stations. Nearshore sampling captured sixteen species of fish including five species that are intolerant of disturbance (i.e., Banded Killifish, Blacknose Shiner, Iowa Darter, Rock Bass, and Smallmouth Bass) and none that are tolerant of disturbance.
The nearshore data were combined with trap net and gill net data from a June 2021 survey to describe the fish community and provide a fish-based IBI (FIBI) score. The FIBI uses fish community data to measure a lake's health, and the types of fish species present can help identify any stressors that may be negatively affecting the lake environment. In Minnesota lakes, certain fish species cannot survive without clean water and a healthy habitat (e.g., Blacknose Shiner, Iowa Darter, and Rock Bass), while other species are tolerant of degraded conditions (e.g., Fathead Minnow and Green Sunfish). The FIBI score, composed of several fish community diversity and composition metrics, indicates the overall health of a lake by comparing it to what is expected for a healthy lake. For additional information on the FIBI, search for "lake index of biological integrity" on the mndnr.gov website.
Results from this survey will be considered when the biological health of Ruth Lake is assessed during the Pine River Watershed assessment process, which will be completed in coordination with MN Pollution Control Agency.
What is the average air temp for Ruth Lake?
Are there any state parks near Ruth Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Ruth Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Emily Lake | 1.7 mi | 721 | 13 ft |
| Lake Mary | 1.8 mi | 413 | 34 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.9 mi | 10 | |
| Anna Lake | 2.0 mi | 112 | 19 ft |
| Trout Lake | 2.2 mi | 117 | 22 ft |
| Little Emily Lake | 2.4 mi | 99 | 26 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.4 mi | 17 | |
| Blue Lake | 2.6 mi | 177 | 48 ft |
| Davis Lake | 2.7 mi | 44 | |
| Papoose Lake | 2.7 mi | 89 | 21 ft |
