Deep Lake
About Deep Lake
Deep Lake is a 40-acre lake near Clearbrook in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It reaches 76 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and rainbow trout. 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 2022.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Deep Lake
- 40 acres, up to 76 feet deep, near Clearbrook
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and rainbow trout
- Average water clarity around 11.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 40 acres
- Max depth
- 76 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 12 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
- A trout and salmon stamp is required to fish designated trout lakes or to keep trout
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
- 8
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Deep Lake?
Deep Lake is in Clearwater County, Minnesota, near Clearbrook. It covers 40 acres and reaches 76 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Deep Lake?
Deep Lake covers 40 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 76 feet.
What fish can you catch at Deep Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Rainbow Trout. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Deep Lake?
Yes. Deep 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 Deep Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Deep 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 Deep Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Deep Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.