Wilson Lake
About Wilson Lake
Wilson Lake is a 92-acre lake near Togo in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 60 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 6 fish species here, including northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and rock bass. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Wilson Lake
- 92 acres, up to 60 feet deep, near Togo
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and rock bass
- Average water clarity around 6.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 92 acres
- Max depth
- 60 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 46 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 6
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wilson Lake?
Wilson Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Togo. It covers 92 acres and reaches 60 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Wilson Lake?
Wilson Lake covers 92 acres with about 2.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 60 feet.
What fish can you catch at Wilson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Wilson Lake?
Yes. Wilson Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Wilson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Wilson 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 Wilson Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Wilson Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.