Connors Lake
About Connors Lake
Connors Lake is a 142-acre lake near Bigfork in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 68 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 14 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2007.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner. Rice Rapids is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. Ice typically goes out around April 24, based on 17 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Connors Lake
- 142 acres, up to 68 feet deep, near Bigfork
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 14 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water at Rice Rapids
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 142 acres
- Max depth
- 68 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 14 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 41 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
- Camping: Rice Rapids
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2007
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 24
- Years of record
- 17
- Earliest
- March 24, 2012
- Latest
- May 11, 2013
- Most recent
- April 6, 2024
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
Rice Rapids is mapped on or near Connors 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 Connors Lake?
Connors Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Bigfork. It covers 142 acres and reaches 68 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Connors Lake?
Connors Lake covers 142 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 68 feet.
What fish can you catch at Connors 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 Connors Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Connors Lake.
Can you swim at Connors Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Connors 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 Connors Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Connors Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Connors Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 24, from 17 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 24, 2012 and the latest is May 11, 2013.
Can you camp at Connors Lake?
Yes. Rice Rapids is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.