Strawberry Lake
About Strawberry Lake
Strawberry Lake is a 1,498-acre lake near White Earth in Becker County, Minnesota. It reaches 40 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 7.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 18.2 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. 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 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Woodland Trails Resort is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. Ice typically goes out around April 28, based on 11 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Strawberry Lake
- 1,498 acres, up to 40 feet deep, near White Earth
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 18.2 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water at Woodland Trails Resort
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,498 acres
- Max depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 7.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 18.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 563 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)
- Camping: Woodland Trails Resort
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 16
- Game fish
- 10
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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 28
- Years of record
- 11
- Earliest
- March 24, 2012
- Latest
- May 9, 2022
- Most recent
- April 22, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
Woodland Trails Resort is mapped on or near Strawberry Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Strawberry Lake?
Strawberry Lake is in Becker County, Minnesota, near White Earth. It covers 1,498 acres and reaches 40 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Strawberry Lake?
Strawberry Lake covers 1,498 acres with about 7.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 40 feet.
What fish can you catch at Strawberry Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth 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 Strawberry Lake?
Yes. Strawberry Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Strawberry Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Strawberry 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 Strawberry Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Strawberry Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Strawberry Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 28, from 11 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 24, 2012 and the latest is May 9, 2022.
Can you camp at Strawberry Lake?
Yes. Woodland Trails Resort is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.