Martin Lake
About Martin Lake
Martin Lake is a 232-acre lake near Wyoming in Anoka County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. Ice typically goes out around April 8, based on 33 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Martin Lake
- 232 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Wyoming
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 2.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 232 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 140 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
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 12
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit 10.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 8
- Years of record
- 33
- Earliest
- March 16, 2016
- Latest
- April 23, 2008
- Most recent
- April 15, 2022
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Martin Lake?
Martin Lake is in Anoka County, Minnesota, near Wyoming. It covers 232 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Martin Lake?
Martin Lake covers 232 acres with about 3.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Martin Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White 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 Martin Lake?
Yes. Martin Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Martin Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Martin 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 Martin Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Martin Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Martin Lake?
Yes. Daily limit 10.
When does the ice go out on Martin Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 8, from 33 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 16, 2016 and the latest is April 23, 2008.