Peltier Lake
About Peltier Lake
Peltier Lake is a 552-acre lake near Centerville (Anoka) in Anoka County, Minnesota. It reaches 18 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 8.2 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 15 Anoka County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black 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. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 7, based on 55 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Peltier Lake
- 552 acres, up to 18 feet deep, near Centerville (Anoka)
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4.4 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 552 acres
- Max depth
- 18 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 412 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
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 15
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 7
- Years of record
- 55
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- April 30, 2013
- Most recent
- April 1, 2026
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 Peltier Lake?
Peltier Lake is in Anoka County, Minnesota, near Centerville (Anoka). It covers 552 acres and reaches 18 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Peltier Lake?
Peltier Lake covers 552 acres with about 8.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 18 feet.
What fish can you catch at Peltier Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Peltier Lake?
Yes. Peltier Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Peltier Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Peltier 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 Peltier Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Peltier Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Peltier Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 7, from 55 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is April 30, 2013.
Does Peltier Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Peltier 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.