Gunderson Lake
About Gunderson Lake
Gunderson Lake is an 183-acre lake near Talmoon in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 41 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 18 feet, and has roughly 2.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Gunderson Lake
- 183 acres, up to 41 feet deep, near Talmoon
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — 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 13 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 183 acres
- Max depth
- 41 ft
- Average depth
- 18 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 13 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 (concrete)
Best For
- 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
- 9
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gunderson Lake?
Gunderson Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Talmoon. It covers 183 acres and reaches 41 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Gunderson Lake?
Gunderson Lake covers 183 acres with about 2.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 41 feet and its average depth is about 18 feet.
What fish can you catch at Gunderson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, 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 Gunderson Lake?
Yes. Gunderson Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Gunderson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Gunderson 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 Gunderson Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Gunderson Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.