East Pipe Lake
About East Pipe Lake
East Pipe Lake is a 105-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.5 feet. Access is by portage through Superior National Forest; most lakes reached this way lie in or beside the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where an entry permit is required.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 4 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2007.
Public access is by portage — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch.
Plan Your Visit to East Pipe Lake
- 105 acres, up to 12 feet deep, near Lutsen
- Portage access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 4.5 feet
- Boundary Waters country: entry permit required, no cans or glass bottles, and motors are restricted on most lakes
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Portage access only
- Launch fee
- Permit or fee required
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
- Wilderness permit
- BWCAW permit required
Conditions
- Surface area
- 105 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 105 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 BWCAW permit is required year-round; quota permits apply May 1 through September 30
- Recorded accesses require a permit or fee
Facilities
- 1 portage access
Best For
- Canoe tripping
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 4
- Game fish
- 3
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2007
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 East Pipe Lake?
East Pipe Lake is in Cook County, Minnesota, near Lutsen. It covers 105 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is East Pipe Lake?
East Pipe Lake covers 105 acres with about 3.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at East Pipe Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on East Pipe Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: portage access only.
Can you swim at East Pipe Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at East Pipe 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 East Pipe Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for East Pipe Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.