Minerva Lake
About Minerva Lake
Minerva Lake is a 230-acre lake near Alida in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It reaches 16 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.1 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 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 sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Minerva Lake
- 230 acres, up to 16 feet deep, near Alida
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the 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 7.1 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 230 acres
- Max depth
- 16 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 218 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
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit five.
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 Minerva Lake?
Minerva Lake is in Clearwater County, Minnesota, near Alida. It covers 230 acres and reaches 16 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Minerva Lake?
Minerva Lake covers 230 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 16 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Minerva 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 Minerva Lake?
Yes. Minerva Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Minerva Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Minerva 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 Minerva Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Minerva Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Minerva Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.