Eleventh Crow Wing Lake
About Eleventh Crow Wing Lake
Eleventh Crow Wing Lake is a 751-acre lake near Akeley in Hubbard County, Minnesota. It reaches 80 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 32 feet, and has roughly 8.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.7 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. 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. Akeley City Campground & Park is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Eleventh Crow Wing Lake
- 751 acres, up to 80 feet deep, near Akeley
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 13.7 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water at Akeley City Campground & Park
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 751 acres
- Max depth
- 80 ft
- Average depth
- 32 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 13.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 173 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)
- Camping: Akeley City Campground & Park
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 17
- Game fish
- 10
- 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.
Camping & Reservations
Akeley City Campground & Park is mapped on or near Eleventh Crow Wing Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Eleventh Crow Wing Lake?
Eleventh Crow Wing Lake is in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Akeley. It covers 751 acres and reaches 80 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Eleventh Crow Wing Lake?
Eleventh Crow Wing Lake covers 751 acres with about 8.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 80 feet and its average depth is about 32 feet.
What fish can you catch at Eleventh Crow Wing Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Tullibee (Cisco) and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Eleventh Crow Wing Lake?
Yes. Eleventh Crow Wing Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Eleventh Crow Wing Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Eleventh Crow Wing 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 Eleventh Crow Wing Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Eleventh Crow Wing Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Can you camp at Eleventh Crow Wing Lake?
Yes. Akeley City Campground & Park is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.