Lake Emily
About Lake Emily
Lake Emily is a 721-acre lake near Emily in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 13 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 5.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.9 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 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. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 15, based on 23 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Emily
- 721 acres, up to 13 feet deep, near Emily
- 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
- Average water clarity around 2.9 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 721 acres
- Max depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 721 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
- Ice fishing
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 15
- Years of record
- 23
- Earliest
- March 15, 2024
- Latest
- May 11, 2013
- Most recent
- March 15, 2024
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 Lake Emily?
Lake Emily is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Emily. It covers 721 acres and reaches 13 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Emily?
Lake Emily covers 721 acres with about 5.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Emily?
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 Lake Emily?
Yes. Lake Emily has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Emily?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Emily. 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 Lake Emily stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Emily; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Emily?
The median ice-out date is April 15, from 23 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 15, 2024 and the latest is May 11, 2013.
Does Lake Emily have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lake Emily as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.