Rose Lake
About Rose Lake
Rose Lake is a 1,410-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County, Minnesota. It reaches 90 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 25 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 15.1 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota. The lake is a border water shared with Canada, so different seasons, limits and licensing rules can apply on the far side.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. Rose Lake #8 and Rose Lake #7 are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Rose Lake
- 1,410 acres, up to 90 feet deep, near Maple Hill
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Average water clarity around 15.1 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water at Rose Lake #8 and Rose Lake #7
- Border water with Canada — know which side of the line you are fishing on
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,410 acres
- Max depth
- 90 ft
- Shoreline
- 25 mi
- Water clarity
- 15.1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 408 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
- Border-water seasons and limits with Canada differ from Minnesota inland rules
Facilities
- Camping: Rose Lake #8, Rose Lake #7, and Rose Lake #3
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
Rose Lake #8, Rose Lake #7, Rose Lake #3, and Rose Lake #5 are mapped on or near Rose Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rose Lake?
Rose Lake is in Cook County, Minnesota, near Maple Hill. It covers 1,410 acres and reaches 90 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Rose Lake?
Rose Lake covers 1,410 acres with about 25 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 90 feet.
What fish can you catch at Rose Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Rose Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Rose Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Rose Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Rose 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.
Can you camp at Rose Lake?
Yes. Rose Lake #8, Rose Lake #7, and Rose Lake #3 are mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.