Sagamore Mine
About Sagamore Mine
Sagamore Mine is an 119-acre mine pit lake near Riverton in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 210 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 63 feet, and has roughly 3.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 25.7 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and lake trout. 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 lake trout, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Sagamore Mine
- 119 acres, up to 210 feet deep, near Riverton
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and lake trout
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 25.7 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
- 119 acres
- Max depth
- 210 ft
- Average depth
- 63 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 25.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 56 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
- A trout and salmon stamp is required to fish designated trout lakes or to keep trout
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- Northern Pike fishing
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Mine pit lakes drop off steeply right from shore and stay cold at depth
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 11
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Lake Trout: All less than 20" must be immediately released, possession limit one.
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 Sagamore Mine?
Sagamore Mine is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Riverton. It covers 119 acres and reaches 210 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Sagamore Mine?
Sagamore Mine covers 119 acres with about 3.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 210 feet and its average depth is about 63 feet.
What fish can you catch at Sagamore Mine?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, Burbot, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Sagamore Mine?
Yes. Sagamore Mine has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Sagamore Mine?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Sagamore Mine. 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 Sagamore Mine stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Sagamore Mine; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sagamore Mine?
Yes. All less than 20" must be immediately released, possession limit one.