Timber Lake
About Timber Lake
Timber Lake is a 191-acre lake near Windom in Jackson County, Minnesota. It reaches 8 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.4 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, white crappie, 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 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Timber Lake
- 191 acres, up to 8 feet deep, near Windom
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, white crappie, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 1.4 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 191 acres
- Max depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 191 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
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Timber Lake?
Timber Lake is in Jackson County, Minnesota, near Windom. It covers 191 acres and reaches 8 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Timber Lake?
Timber Lake covers 191 acres with about 3.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Timber Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, White Crappie, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Timber Lake?
Yes. Timber Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Timber Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Timber 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 Timber Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Timber Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.