Swamp Lake
About Swamp Lake
Swamp Lake is a 600-acre lake near Wilkinson in Cass County, Minnesota. It reaches 36 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 5.2 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
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 Swamp Lake
- 600 acres, up to 36 feet deep, near Wilkinson
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 600 acres
- Max depth
- 36 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.2 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 494 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
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Swamp Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Swamp Lake?
Swamp Lake is in Cass County, Minnesota, near Wilkinson. It covers 600 acres and reaches 36 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Swamp Lake?
Swamp Lake covers 600 acres with about 5.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 36 feet.
What fish can you catch at Swamp Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Swamp Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Swamp Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Swamp Lake.
Can you swim at Swamp Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Swamp 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.