Sand Lake
About Sand Lake
Sand Lake is a 128-acre lake near Barnum in Carlton County, Minnesota. It reaches 27 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 3 feet, and has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.7 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 3 fish species here, including northern pike, bluegill, 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 2016.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the township.
Plan Your Visit to Sand Lake
- 128 acres, up to 27 feet deep, near Barnum
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 4.7 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 128 acres
- Max depth
- 27 ft
- Average depth
- 3 ft
- Shoreline
- 2 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 122 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 (gravel or earth)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 3
- Game fish
- 3
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- 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 Sand Lake?
Sand Lake is in Carlton County, Minnesota, near Barnum. It covers 128 acres and reaches 27 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Sand Lake?
Sand Lake covers 128 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 27 feet and its average depth is about 3 feet.
What fish can you catch at Sand Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Sand Lake?
Yes. Sand Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Sand Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Sand 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 Sand Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Sand Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.