Lac Lavon
About Lac Lavon
Lac Lavon is a 66-acre lake near Burnsville in Dakota County, Minnesota. It reaches 32 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.1 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2004.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 8, based on 10 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lac Lavon
- 66 acres, up to 32 feet deep, near Burnsville
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 66 acres
- Max depth
- 32 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 26 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
- Swim beach
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 9
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2004
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 8
- Years of record
- 10
- Earliest
- March 26, 2025
- Latest
- April 20, 2008
- Most recent
- March 28, 2026
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 Lac Lavon?
Lac Lavon is in Dakota County, Minnesota, near Burnsville. It covers 66 acres and reaches 32 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lac Lavon?
Lac Lavon covers 66 acres with about 2.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 32 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lac Lavon?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lac Lavon?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Lac Lavon?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Lac Lavon stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lac Lavon; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Lac Lavon?
The median ice-out date is April 8, from 10 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 26, 2025 and the latest is April 20, 2008.
Does Lac Lavon have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lac Lavon as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.