Mitchell Lake
About Mitchell Lake
Mitchell Lake is an 114-acre lake near Eden Prairie in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It reaches 19 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. 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 2021.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the city. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 2, based on 9 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Mitchell Lake
- 114 acres, up to 19 feet deep, near Eden Prairie
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 6.3 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 114 acres
- Max depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 109 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- 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 2
- Years of record
- 9
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- April 30, 2018
- Most recent
- March 19, 2025
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 Mitchell Lake?
Mitchell Lake is in Hennepin County, Minnesota, near Eden Prairie. It covers 114 acres and reaches 19 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Mitchell Lake?
Mitchell Lake covers 114 acres with about 4.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 19 feet.
What fish can you catch at Mitchell Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Mitchell Lake?
Yes. Mitchell Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Mitchell Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Mitchell 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 Mitchell Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Mitchell Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Mitchell Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 2, from 9 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is April 30, 2018.
Does Mitchell Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Mitchell Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and brittle naiad. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.