Lake Latoka
About Lake Latoka
Lake Latoka is a 767-acre lake near Alexandria in Douglas County, Minnesota. It reaches 108 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 42 feet, and has roughly 8.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 14 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 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 are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 15, based on 27 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Latoka
- 767 acres, up to 108 feet deep, near Alexandria
- 2 public boat launches (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 14 feet — very clear
- 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
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 767 acres
- Max depth
- 108 ft
- Average depth
- 42 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 14 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 269 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
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 16
- Game fish
- 10
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 15
- Years of record
- 27
- Earliest
- March 17, 2024
- Latest
- May 11, 2014
- Most recent
- April 14, 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 Lake Latoka?
Lake Latoka is in Douglas County, Minnesota, near Alexandria. It covers 767 acres and reaches 108 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Latoka?
Lake Latoka covers 767 acres with about 8.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 108 feet and its average depth is about 42 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Latoka?
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 Lake Latoka?
Yes. Lake Latoka has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Latoka?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Latoka. 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 Lake Latoka stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Latoka; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Latoka?
The median ice-out date is April 15, from 27 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 17, 2024 and the latest is May 11, 2014.
Does Lake Latoka have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lake Latoka 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.