Jackson Lake
About Jackson Lake
Jackson Lake is a 128-acre lake near Nebish in Beltrami County, Minnesota. It reaches 37 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.4 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Jackson Lake
- 128 acres, up to 37 feet deep, near Nebish
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 128 acres
- Max depth
- 37 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.4 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 82 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Jackson Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jackson Lake?
Jackson Lake is in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Nebish. It covers 128 acres and reaches 37 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Jackson Lake?
Jackson Lake covers 128 acres with about 2.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 37 feet.
What fish can you catch at Jackson Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Jackson Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Jackson Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Jackson Lake.
Can you swim at Jackson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Jackson 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.