Lawrence Lake
About Lawrence Lake
Lawrence Lake is a 437-acre lake near Taconite in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 32 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.8 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Lawrence Lake
- 437 acres, up to 32 feet deep, near Taconite
- 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 4.8 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 437 acres
- Max depth
- 32 ft
- Shoreline
- 6 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 316 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
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 15
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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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Lower Lawrence Lake
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1.6 miles away
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Snaptail Lake
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2.3 miles away
Crooked Lake
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Nashwauk Lake
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Upper Hanson Lake
10 out of 100 Lake ScoreItasca · Taconite131 acres
4.1 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lawrence Lake?
Lawrence Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Taconite. It covers 437 acres and reaches 32 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lawrence Lake?
Lawrence Lake covers 437 acres with about 6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 32 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lawrence 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 Lawrence Lake?
Yes. Lawrence Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lawrence Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lawrence 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 Lawrence Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lawrence Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.