Henderson Lake
About Henderson Lake
Henderson Lake is a 75-acre lake near Spicer in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It reaches 57 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 15 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. 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 is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 13, based on 7 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Henderson Lake
- 75 acres, up to 57 feet deep, near Spicer
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 15 feet — very clear
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 75 acres
- Max depth
- 57 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 15 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 27 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
- Walleye fishing
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 13
- Years of record
- 7
- Earliest
- March 18, 2024
- Latest
- April 24, 2008
- Most recent
- March 18, 2024
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Henderson Lake?
Henderson Lake is in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, near Spicer. It covers 75 acres and reaches 57 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Henderson Lake?
Henderson Lake covers 75 acres with about 1.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 57 feet.
What fish can you catch at Henderson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Henderson Lake?
Yes. Henderson Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Henderson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Henderson 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 Henderson Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Henderson Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Henderson Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 13, from 7 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 18, 2024 and the latest is April 24, 2008.
Does Henderson Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Henderson Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.