Island Lake
About Island Lake
Island Lake is a 244-acre lake near Tamarack in Aitkin County, Minnesota. It reaches 25 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.8 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2005.
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 Island Lake
- 244 acres, up to 25 feet deep, near Tamarack
- 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
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 244 acres
- Max depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.8 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 194 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.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 11
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2005
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Island Lake?
Island Lake is in Aitkin County, Minnesota, near Tamarack. It covers 244 acres and reaches 25 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Island Lake?
Island Lake covers 244 acres with about 4.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 25 feet.
What fish can you catch at Island 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 Island Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Island Lake.
Can you swim at Island Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Island 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 Island Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Island Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.