East Lake
About East Lake
East Lake is a 192-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 65 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.5 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
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.
Plan Your Visit to East Lake
- 192 acres, up to 65 feet deep, near Marcell
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 192 acres
- Max depth
- 65 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.5 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 61 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to East Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is East Lake?
East Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Marcell. It covers 192 acres and reaches 65 feet deep.
How big and how deep is East Lake?
East Lake covers 192 acres with about 4.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 65 feet.
What fish can you catch at East Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for East Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on East Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on East Lake.
Can you swim at East Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at East 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.