Lone Lake
About Lone Lake
Lone Lake is a 69-acre lake near Bagley in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It reaches 70 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 19 feet, and has roughly 2.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 18.7 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. 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 2025.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Lone Lake
- 69 acres, up to 70 feet deep, near Bagley
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 18.7 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
- 69 acres
- Max depth
- 70 ft
- Average depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 18.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 31 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)
Best For
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lone Lake?
Lone Lake is in Clearwater County, Minnesota, near Bagley. It covers 69 acres and reaches 70 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lone Lake?
Lone Lake covers 69 acres with about 2.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 70 feet and its average depth is about 19 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lone Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, 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 Lone Lake?
Yes. Lone 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 Lone Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lone 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 Lone Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lone Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.