Round Lake
About Round Lake
Round Lake is a 930-acre lake near Round Lake in Jackson County, Minnesota. It reaches 9 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 5 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 11 Jackson County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, white crappie, yellow perch, and channel catfish. 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 2025.
There are 3 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the township, Minnesota DNR, and county. The lake is listed as infested with bighead carp and silver carp — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Round Lake
- 930 acres, up to 9 feet deep, near Round Lake
- 3 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the township, Minnesota DNR, and county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, white crappie, yellow perch, and channel catfish
- Average water clarity around 1 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
- Listed as infested with bighead carp and silver carp — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township, Minnesota DNR, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 930 acres
- Max depth
- 9 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 5 mi
- Water clarity
- 1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 930 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
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- 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
- 17
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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 Round Lake?
Round Lake is in Jackson County, Minnesota, near Round Lake. It covers 930 acres and reaches 9 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Round Lake?
Round Lake covers 930 acres with about 5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 9 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Round Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish, and White Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Round Lake?
Yes. Round Lake has 3 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the township, Minnesota DNR, and county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Round Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Round 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 Round Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Round Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Does Round Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Round Lake as infested with bighead carp and silver carp. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.