Black Lake
About Black Lake
Black Lake is a 106-acre lake near Deerwood (Crow Wing) in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 47 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Black Lake
- 106 acres, up to 47 feet deep, near Deerwood (Crow Wing)
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 12 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 106 acres
- Max depth
- 47 ft
- Shoreline
- 2 mi
- Water clarity
- 12 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 38 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 (concrete)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 8
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- 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 Black Lake?
Black Lake is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Deerwood (Crow Wing). It covers 106 acres and reaches 47 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Black Lake?
Black Lake covers 106 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 47 feet.
What fish can you catch at Black Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Black Lake?
Yes. Black Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Black Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Black 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 Black Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Black Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.