Eagle Lake
About Eagle Lake
Eagle Lake is a 105-acre lake near Mountain Lake in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It reaches 8 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 6 feet, and has roughly 1.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 2 fish species here, including 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 2018.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Eagle Lake
- 105 acres, up to 8 feet deep, near Mountain Lake
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 1 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
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 105 acres
- Max depth
- 8 ft
- Average depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 1 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
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
- 2
- Game fish
- 1
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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 Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake is in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, near Mountain Lake. It covers 105 acres and reaches 8 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake covers 105 acres with about 1.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 8 feet and its average depth is about 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at Eagle Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Eagle Lake?
Yes. Eagle 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 Eagle Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Eagle 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 Eagle Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Eagle Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.