Richey Lake
About Richey Lake
Richey Lake is a 104-acre lake near Tofte in Cook County, Minnesota. It reaches 6 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 1 fish species here, including northern pike. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Richey Lake
- 104 acres, up to 6 feet deep, near Tofte
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike
- Average water clarity around 3.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 104 acres
- Max depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 101 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)
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 1
- Game fish
- 1
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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 Richey Lake?
Richey Lake is in Cook County, Minnesota, near Tofte. It covers 104 acres and reaches 6 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Richey Lake?
Richey Lake covers 104 acres with about 2.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at Richey Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Richey Lake?
Yes. Richey Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Richey Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Richey 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 Richey Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Richey Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.