Poplar Lake
About Poplar Lake
Poplar Lake is an 112-acre lake near Togo in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 50 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2008.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface).
Plan Your Visit to Poplar Lake
- 112 acres, up to 50 feet deep, near Togo
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 17.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 112 acres
- Max depth
- 50 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 17.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 24 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
- 8
- 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 Poplar Lake?
Poplar Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Togo. It covers 112 acres and reaches 50 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Poplar Lake?
Poplar Lake covers 112 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 50 feet.
What fish can you catch at Poplar Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Poplar Lake?
Yes. Poplar Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete). DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Poplar Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Poplar 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 Poplar Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Poplar Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.