East Lake
About East Lake
East Lake is an 111-acre lake near Spring Lake (Itasca) in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 30 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 12 feet, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2008.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to East Lake
- 111 acres, up to 30 feet deep, near Spring Lake (Itasca)
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 11 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 111 acres
- Max depth
- 30 ft
- Average depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 11 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 47 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
- 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
- 7
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2008
- 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 East Lake?
East Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Spring Lake (Itasca). It covers 111 acres and reaches 30 feet deep.
How big and how deep is East Lake?
East Lake covers 111 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 30 feet and its average depth is about 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at East Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on East Lake?
Yes. East Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
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.
Is East Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for East Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.