Trestle Lake
About Trestle Lake
Trestle Lake is an 111-acre lake near Talmoon in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 35 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 15 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. A campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Trestle Lake
- 111 acres, up to 35 feet deep, near Talmoon
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 15 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 111 acres
- Max depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 15 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 32 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)
- Camping (1 mapped)
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 2023
- 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.
Camping & Reservations
1 campground is mapped on or near Trestle Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Trestle Lake?
Trestle Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Talmoon. It covers 111 acres and reaches 35 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Trestle Lake?
Trestle Lake covers 111 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 35 feet.
What fish can you catch at Trestle Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list 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 Trestle Lake?
Yes. Trestle Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Trestle Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Trestle 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 Trestle Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Trestle Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Can you camp at Trestle Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.