Bagley Lake
About Bagley Lake
Bagley Lake is a 97-acre lake near Leonard in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It reaches 39 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2019.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Bagley Lake
- 97 acres, up to 39 feet deep, near Leonard
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 12 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 97 acres
- Max depth
- 39 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 12 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 50 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 (gravel or earth)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 7
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2019
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bagley Lake?
Bagley Lake is in Clearwater County, Minnesota, near Leonard. It covers 97 acres and reaches 39 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Bagley Lake?
Bagley Lake covers 97 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 39 feet.
What fish can you catch at Bagley Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Bagley Lake?
Yes. Bagley Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Bagley Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Bagley 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 Bagley Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Bagley Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.