East Twin Lake
About East Twin Lake
East Twin Lake is a 163-acre lake near Nisswa in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 45 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 21 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. Special fishing regulations apply to crappie and sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 16, based on 19 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to East Twin Lake
- 163 acres, up to 45 feet deep, near Nisswa
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 21 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 163 acres
- Max depth
- 45 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 21 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 89 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)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Crappie, Sunfish: Daily limit five.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 16
- Years of record
- 19
- Earliest
- March 27, 2000
- Latest
- May 4, 2022
- Most recent
- April 28, 2022
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is East Twin Lake?
East Twin Lake is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Nisswa. It covers 163 acres and reaches 45 feet deep.
How big and how deep is East Twin Lake?
East Twin Lake covers 163 acres with about 2.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 45 feet.
What fish can you catch at East Twin Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on East Twin Lake?
Yes. East Twin Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at East Twin Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at East Twin 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 Twin Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for East Twin Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on East Twin Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.
When does the ice go out on East Twin Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 16, from 19 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 27, 2000 and the latest is May 4, 2022.