Eagle Lake
About Eagle Lake
Eagle Lake is a 285-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 44 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
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 2016.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Eagle Lake
- 285 acres, up to 44 feet deep, near Marcell
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 12.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 285 acres
- Max depth
- 44 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 120 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)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. It covers 285 acres and reaches 44 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake covers 285 acres with about 4.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 44 feet.
What fish can you catch at Eagle Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Eagle Lake?
Yes. Eagle Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Eagle Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Eagle 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 Eagle Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Eagle Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.