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The lake attracts visitors from all parts of
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Minnesota DNR ranks Lake Vermilion as the fifth largest lake by surface area for bodies of water entirely within Minnesota borders. The surface area of Lake Vermilion is 39,271 acres (158.9 km) and has a maximum depth of 76 feet (23 m). It is located within the southernmost section of
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Some fish consumption guideline restrictions have, from time-to-time, been placed on some of the lake's fish due to mercury contamination. Consumption of
Northern pike and walleye over 15 inches should not exceed twice a week, however vacation fishing consumption is unlimited.
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was constructed in the first half of the 20th century by employees of the adjacent Soudan Iron Mine on the shores of the lake.
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has a small reservation on the lake, upon which is located
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485:References
453:U.S. Steel
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