Carlson Lake is located 40 air miles northwest of Lynn Lake. The lake is on the Hughes River System and has semi-clear water. The lake is about 10 miles long with bays, islands and feeder creeks. On the south end of the lake there is a portage trail to several boats that allow you to fish the river. Carlson has many trophy pike in the 10-25 lb. range with fish taken up to 30+ lbs. It has plenty of walleyes in the 2-5 lb. range.