Little Rabbit Lake
About Little Rabbit Lake
Little Rabbit Lake is a 172-acre lake near Riverton in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 30 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 19 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Special fishing regulations apply to crappie and sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the city and Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Little Rabbit Lake
- 172 acres, up to 30 feet deep, near Riverton
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the city and 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 6.5 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city, Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 172 acres
- Max depth
- 30 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 80 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
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 19
- Game fish
- 10
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Little Rabbit Lake?
Little Rabbit Lake is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Riverton. It covers 172 acres and reaches 30 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Rabbit Lake?
Little Rabbit Lake covers 172 acres with about 4.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 30 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Rabbit Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Little Rabbit Lake?
Yes. Little Rabbit Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the city and Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Little Rabbit Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Rabbit 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 Little Rabbit Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Little Rabbit Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Little Rabbit Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.
Does Little Rabbit Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Little Rabbit Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.