Boot Lake
About Boot Lake
Boot Lake is a 385-acre lake near Two Inlets in Becker County, Minnesota. It reaches 109 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 6.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17.7 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 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 Minnesota DNR. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. Ice typically goes out around April 22, based on 14 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Boot Lake
- 385 acres, up to 109 feet deep, near Two Inlets
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 17.7 feet — very clear
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 385 acres
- Max depth
- 109 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 17.7 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
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Swim beach
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Swimming and beach days
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 14
- Game fish
- 9
- 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 22
- Years of record
- 14
- Earliest
- April 6, 2017
- Latest
- May 8, 2022
- Most recent
- April 20, 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 Boot Lake?
Boot Lake is in Becker County, Minnesota, near Two Inlets. It covers 385 acres and reaches 109 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Boot Lake?
Boot Lake covers 385 acres with about 6.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 109 feet.
What fish can you catch at Boot Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Boot Lake?
Yes. Boot Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Boot Lake?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Boot Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Boot Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Boot Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 22, from 14 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 6, 2017 and the latest is May 8, 2022.