Graham Lake
About Graham Lake
Graham Lake is a 138-acre lake near Herman in Grant County, Minnesota. It reaches 7 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.7 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 4 fish species here, including walleye and black crappie. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the township.
Plan Your Visit to Graham Lake
- 138 acres, up to 7 feet deep, near Herman
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye and black crappie
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 138 acres
- Max depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.7 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 138 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 (gravel or earth)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 4
- Game fish
- 2
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 Graham Lake?
Graham Lake is in Grant County, Minnesota, near Herman. It covers 138 acres and reaches 7 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Graham Lake?
Graham Lake covers 138 acres with about 1.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Graham Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye and Black Crappie. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Graham Lake?
Yes. Graham Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Graham Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Graham 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 Graham Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Graham Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.