Island Lake
About Island Lake
Island Lake is a 73-acre lake near Wyoming in Anoka County, Minnesota. It reaches 22 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.5 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2000.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Island Lake
- 73 acres, up to 22 feet deep, near Wyoming
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 73 acres
- Max depth
- 22 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.5 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 58 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2000
- 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 Anoka County, Minnesota, near Wyoming. It covers 73 acres and reaches 22 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Island Lake?
Island Lake covers 73 acres with about 1.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 22 feet.
What fish can you catch at Island Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Island Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
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.
Does Island Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Island Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.