Horseshoe Lake
About Horseshoe Lake
Horseshoe Lake is a 224-acre lake near Harris in Chisago County, Minnesota. It reaches 53 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 13 feet, and has roughly 4.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.4 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Horseshoe Lake
- 224 acres, up to 53 feet deep, near Harris
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 3.4 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 224 acres
- Max depth
- 53 ft
- Average depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 112 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)
Best For
- Ice fishing
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- 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
- 2025
- 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.
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Horseshoe Lake
Compare Horseshoe Lake against the top-ranked lakes nearby, then map your route.
See how Horseshoe Lake ranks among fishing lakes nearby.
See how Horseshoe Lake ranks among boating lakes nearby.
See how Horseshoe Lake ranks among paddling lakes nearby.
See how Horseshoe Lake ranks among ice fishing lakes nearby.
Nearby Lakes
Fish Lake
56 out of 100 Lake ScoreChisago · Harris319 acres
1.3 miles away
Rabour Lake
39 out of 100 Lake ScoreChisago · Stark (Chisago)53 acres
1.4 miles away
Goose Lake
55 out of 100 Lake ScoreChisago · Stark (Chisago)732 acres
2.9 miles away
Skogman Lake
52 out of 100 Lake ScoreIsanti · Cambridge228 acres
5 miles away
East Rush Lake
52 out of 100 Lake ScoreChisago · Rush City1,494 acres
6.5 miles away
West Rush Lake
54 out of 100 Lake ScoreChisago · Rush City1,594 acres
6.7 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Horseshoe Lake?
Horseshoe Lake is in Chisago County, Minnesota, near Harris. It covers 224 acres and reaches 53 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Horseshoe Lake?
Horseshoe Lake covers 224 acres with about 4.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 53 feet and its average depth is about 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Lake?
Yes. Horseshoe Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Horseshoe Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Horseshoe Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.