Meadow Lake
About Meadow Lake
Meadow Lake is a 71-acre lake near Detroit Lakes in Becker County, Minnesota. It reaches 72 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 21 feet, and has roughly 1.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.6 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Meadow Lake
- 71 acres, up to 72 feet deep, near Detroit Lakes
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 12.6 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 71 acres
- Max depth
- 72 ft
- Average depth
- 21 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.6 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 30 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
- Northern Pike 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meadow Lake?
Meadow Lake is in Becker County, Minnesota, near Detroit Lakes. It covers 71 acres and reaches 72 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Meadow Lake?
Meadow Lake covers 71 acres with about 1.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 72 feet and its average depth is about 21 feet.
What fish can you catch at Meadow Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Meadow Lake?
Yes. Meadow Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Meadow Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Meadow 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 Meadow Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Meadow Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.