Fish Lake
About Fish Lake
Fish Lake is a 319-acre lake near Harris in Chisago County, Minnesota. It reaches 57 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 16 feet, and has roughly 3.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.6 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 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 2020.
There is one public boat launch (concrete 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 April 13, based on 52 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Fish Lake
- 319 acres, up to 57 feet deep, near Harris
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 6.6 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Permit or fee required
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 319 acres
- Max depth
- 57 ft
- Average depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.6 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 141 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
- Recorded accesses require a permit or fee
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2020
- 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 13
- Years of record
- 52
- Earliest
- March 20, 2012
- Latest
- May 6, 2013
- Most recent
- April 2, 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 Fish Lake?
Fish Lake is in Chisago County, Minnesota, near Harris. It covers 319 acres and reaches 57 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fish Lake?
Fish Lake covers 319 acres with about 3.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 57 feet and its average depth is about 16 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fish 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 Fish Lake?
Yes. Fish Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Fish Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fish 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 Fish Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Fish Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Fish Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 13, from 52 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 20, 2012 and the latest is May 6, 2013.
Does Fish Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Fish 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.