Langdon Lake
About Langdon Lake
Langdon Lake is a 143-acre lake near Mound in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It reaches 38 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.1 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 1993.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface). OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around March 31, based on 5 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Langdon Lake
- 143 acres, up to 38 feet deep, near Mound
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Game fish on the DNR survey: black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 143 acres
- Max depth
- 38 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 83 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)
- 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 3
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 1993
- 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
- March 31
- Years of record
- 5
- Earliest
- March 7, 2017
- Latest
- April 14, 2023
- Most recent
- April 14, 2023
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 Langdon Lake?
Langdon Lake is in Hennepin County, Minnesota, near Mound. It covers 143 acres and reaches 38 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Langdon Lake?
Langdon Lake covers 143 acres with about 2.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 38 feet.
What fish can you catch at Langdon Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Langdon Lake?
Yes. Langdon Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth). DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Langdon Lake?
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 Langdon Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Langdon Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Langdon Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 31, from 5 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 7, 2017 and the latest is April 14, 2023.
Does Langdon Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Langdon Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.