Flahtery Lake
About Flahtery Lake
Flahtery Lake is a 457-acre lake near Lakefield in Jackson County, Minnesota. It reaches 6 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in.
Plan Your Visit to Flahtery Lake
- 457 acres, up to 6 feet deep, near Lakefield
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 1 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 457 acres
- Max depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 1 ft
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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 11
- Game fish
- 3
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 Flahtery Lake?
Flahtery Lake is in Jackson County, Minnesota, near Lakefield. It covers 457 acres and reaches 6 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Flahtery Lake?
Flahtery Lake covers 457 acres with about 4.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at Flahtery Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Flahtery Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Flahtery Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Flahtery 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 Flahtery Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Flahtery Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.