Minnow Lake
About Minnow Lake
Minnow Lake is an 110-acre lake near Bagley in Clearwater County, Minnesota. It reaches 24 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 9 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Minnow Lake
- 110 acres, up to 24 feet deep, near Bagley
- 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, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 9 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
- 110 acres
- Max depth
- 24 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 88 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
- 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
- 7
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 Minnow Lake?
Minnow Lake is in Clearwater County, Minnesota, near Bagley. It covers 110 acres and reaches 24 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Minnow Lake?
Minnow Lake covers 110 acres with about 2.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 24 feet.
What fish can you catch at Minnow Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Minnow Lake?
Yes. Minnow 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 Minnow Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Minnow 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 Minnow Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Minnow Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.