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Four Lake

lakeAitkin County, Minnesota · near Aitkin137 acres36 out of 100 Lake Score Lake Score

About Four Lake

Four Lake is a 137-acre lake near Aitkin in Aitkin County, Minnesota. It reaches 31 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.

Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2009.

No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.

Plan Your Visit to Four Lake

What to Know Before You Go
  • 137 acres, up to 31 feet deep, near Aitkin
  • No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
  • Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
  • Average water clarity around 13.5 feet — very clear

Access & Fees

Public access
No public access on record
Launch fee
—

Conditions

Surface area
137 acres
Max depth
31 ft
Average depth
8 ft
Shoreline
2 mi
Water clarity
13.5 ft
Shallows (under 15 ft)
81 acres

Rules & Regulations

  • A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
  • Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
  • Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway

Facilities

No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.

Know Before You Go
  • Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake

Angler's Report

Minnesota DNR LakeFinder
Species on survey
10
Game fish
6
Stocked
No
Last DNR survey
2009
Special regulations
No
Fishing pier
No
Ice fishing
Yes
Boat launch
No

Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.

Activities

FishingIce Fishing

Amenities

None on record

Fish Species

Northern PikeLargemouth BassBlack CrappieBluegillPumpkinseedYellow PerchBowfinBrown BullheadHybrid SunfishYellow Bullhead

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Four Lake?

Four Lake is in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Aitkin. It covers 137 acres and reaches 31 feet deep.

How big and how deep is Four Lake?

Four Lake covers 137 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 31 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.

What fish can you catch at Four Lake?

Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.

Is there a public boat launch on Four Lake?

No. The DNR lists no public water access on Four Lake.

Can you swim at Four Lake?

There is no mapped public swim beach at Four Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.

Is Four Lake stocked?

The DNR has no stocking report on file for Four Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.