Green Lake
About Green Lake
Green Lake is a 1,809-acre lake near Chisago City in Chisago County, Minnesota. It reaches 32 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 9 feet, and has roughly 16.5 miles of shoreline. It is the largest lake in Chisago County in the Minnesota DNR's LakeFinder records. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 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. Special fishing regulations apply to walleye, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There are 3 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the city and Minnesota DNR. 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 31, based on 13 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Green Lake
- 1,809 acres, up to 32 feet deep, near Chisago City
- 3 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the city and Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 5 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city, Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,809 acres
- Max depth
- 32 ft
- Average depth
- 9 ft
- Shoreline
- 16.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 1,228 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
- 3 public boat launches (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
- 15
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Walleye: Minimum size limit 17".
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- March 31
- Years of record
- 13
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- April 18, 2022
- Most recent
- April 1, 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 Green Lake?
Green Lake is in Chisago County, Minnesota, near Chisago City. It covers 1,809 acres and reaches 32 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Green Lake?
Green Lake covers 1,809 acres with about 16.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 32 feet and its average depth is about 9 feet.
What fish can you catch at Green 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 Green Lake?
Yes. Green Lake has 3 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the city and Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Green Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Green 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 Green Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Green Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Green Lake?
Yes. Minimum size limit 17".
When does the ice go out on Green Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 31, from 13 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is April 18, 2022.
Does Green Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Green 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.