Steiger Lake
About Steiger Lake
Steiger Lake is a 166-acre lake near Victoria in Carver County, Minnesota. It reaches 37 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.2 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. Special fishing regulations apply to largemouth bass and northern pike, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around March 30, based on 15 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Steiger Lake
- 166 acres, up to 37 feet deep, near Victoria
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 6.2 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 166 acres
- Max depth
- 37 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 103 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
- 14
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike: Catch-and-release only.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- March 30
- Years of record
- 15
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- April 30, 2018
- Most recent
- March 30, 2026
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 Steiger Lake?
Steiger Lake is in Carver County, Minnesota, near Victoria. It covers 166 acres and reaches 37 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Steiger Lake?
Steiger Lake covers 166 acres with about 2.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 37 feet.
What fish can you catch at Steiger Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Steiger Lake?
Yes. Steiger Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Steiger Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Steiger 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 Steiger Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Steiger Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Steiger Lake?
Yes. Catch-and-release only.
When does the ice go out on Steiger Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 30, from 15 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is April 30, 2018.
Does Steiger Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Steiger 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.