Parkers Lake
About Parkers Lake
Parkers Lake is a 100-acre lake near Plymouth in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It reaches 37 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 12 feet, and has roughly 1.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.3 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the city. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 3, based on 19 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Parkers Lake
- 100 acres, up to 37 feet deep, near Plymouth
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 12.3 feet — very clear
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Permit or fee required
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 100 acres
- Max depth
- 37 ft
- Average depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 68 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
- Recorded accesses require a permit or fee
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
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- 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 3
- Years of record
- 19
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- May 1, 2018
- Most recent
- March 31, 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 Parkers Lake?
Parkers Lake is in Hennepin County, Minnesota, near Plymouth. It covers 100 acres and reaches 37 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Parkers Lake?
Parkers Lake covers 100 acres with about 1.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 37 feet and its average depth is about 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Parkers Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Parkers Lake?
Yes. Parkers Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Parkers Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Parkers 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 Parkers Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Parkers Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Parkers Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 3, from 19 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is May 1, 2018.
Does Parkers Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Parkers 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.