Lookout Lake
About Lookout Lake
Lookout Lake is a 236-acre lake near Crosby in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 16 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2008.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Lookout Lake
- 236 acres, up to 16 feet deep, near Crosby
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 13 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 236 acres
- Max depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 13 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 217 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 7
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2008
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 Lookout Lake?
Lookout Lake is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Crosby. It covers 236 acres and reaches 16 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lookout Lake?
Lookout Lake covers 236 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 16 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lookout Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lookout Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Lookout Lake.
Can you swim at Lookout Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lookout 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 Lookout Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lookout Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.