Virginia Lake
About Virginia Lake
Virginia Lake is a 105-acre lake near Victoria in Carver County, Minnesota. It reaches 34 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2009.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 4, based on 45 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Virginia Lake
- 105 acres, up to 34 feet deep, near Victoria
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4.5 feet
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 105 acres
- Max depth
- 34 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 30 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 (concrete)
- Swim beach
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 15
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2009
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 4
- Years of record
- 45
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- April 30, 2018
- Most recent
- March 29, 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 Virginia Lake?
Virginia Lake is in Carver County, Minnesota, near Victoria. It covers 105 acres and reaches 34 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Virginia Lake?
Virginia Lake covers 105 acres with about 2.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 34 feet.
What fish can you catch at Virginia Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Virginia Lake?
Yes. Virginia Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Virginia Lake?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Virginia Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Virginia Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Virginia Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 4, from 45 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is April 30, 2018.
Does Virginia Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Virginia Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.