Torch Light Lake
About Torch Light Lake
Torch Light Lake is a 126-acre lake near Sawyer in Carlton County, Minnesota. It reaches 14 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 7 feet, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 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 1997.
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 Torch Light Lake
- 126 acres, up to 14 feet deep, near Sawyer
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 126 acres
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Average depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 126 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
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 7
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 1997
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 Torch Light Lake?
Torch Light Lake is in Carlton County, Minnesota, near Sawyer. It covers 126 acres and reaches 14 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Torch Light Lake?
Torch Light Lake covers 126 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 14 feet and its average depth is about 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Torch Light Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Torch Light Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Torch Light Lake.
Can you swim at Torch Light Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Torch Light 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 Torch Light Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Torch Light Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.