Grants Lake
About Grants Lake
Grants Lake is a 177-acre lake near Holmes City in Douglas County, Minnesota. It reaches 60 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 25 feet, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 10.8 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. 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 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with flowering rush and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Grants Lake
- 177 acres, up to 60 feet deep, near Holmes City
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 10.8 feet
- Listed as infested with flowering rush and zebra mussel — 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
- 177 acres
- Max depth
- 60 ft
- Average depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 10.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 64 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
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 17
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Grants Lake?
Grants Lake is in Douglas County, Minnesota, near Holmes City. It covers 177 acres and reaches 60 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Grants Lake?
Grants Lake covers 177 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 60 feet and its average depth is about 25 feet.
What fish can you catch at Grants Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Grants Lake?
Yes. Grants Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Grants Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Grants 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 Grants Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Grants Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Does Grants Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Grants Lake as infested with flowering rush and zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.