Mill Pond
About Mill Pond
Mill Pond is a 54-acre pond near Spruce Center in Douglas County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. 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 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Mill Pond
- 54 acres, up to 12 feet deep, near Spruce Center
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 7.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 54 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 54 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)
- 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
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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 Mill Pond?
Mill Pond is in Douglas County, Minnesota, near Spruce Center. It covers 54 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Mill Pond?
Mill Pond covers 54 acres with about 3.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Mill Pond?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Mill Pond?
Yes. Mill Pond has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Mill Pond?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Mill Pond. 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 Mill Pond stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Mill Pond; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.