Schutz Lake
About Schutz Lake
Schutz Lake is a 106-acre lake near Victoria in Carver County, Minnesota. It reaches 49 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.1 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 1991.
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. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 10, based on 5 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Schutz Lake
- 106 acres, up to 49 feet deep, near Victoria
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 106 acres
- Max depth
- 49 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 40 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
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 1991
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 10
- Years of record
- 5
- Earliest
- March 27, 2021
- Latest
- April 14, 2023
- Most recent
- April 12, 2023
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Schutz Lake?
Schutz Lake is in Carver County, Minnesota, near Victoria. It covers 106 acres and reaches 49 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Schutz Lake?
Schutz Lake covers 106 acres with about 2.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 49 feet.
What fish can you catch at Schutz Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Schutz Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Schutz Lake.
Can you swim at Schutz Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Schutz 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 Schutz Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Schutz Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Schutz Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 10, from 5 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 27, 2021 and the latest is April 14, 2023.
Does Schutz Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Schutz Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.