Lake Calhoun
About Lake Calhoun
Lake Calhoun is a 647-acre lake near Spicer in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It reaches 13 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 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 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and township. 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 11, based on 22 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Calhoun
- 647 acres, up to 13 feet deep, near Spicer
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 6.5 feet
- 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
- Minnesota DNR, township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 647 acres
- Max depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 647 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
- 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
- 15
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 11
- Years of record
- 22
- Earliest
- March 11, 2000
- Latest
- May 4, 2013
- Most recent
- April 2, 2026
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 Lake Calhoun?
Lake Calhoun is in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, near Spicer. It covers 647 acres and reaches 13 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Calhoun?
Lake Calhoun covers 647 acres with about 4.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Calhoun?
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 Lake Calhoun?
Yes. Lake Calhoun has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR and township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Calhoun?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Calhoun. 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 Lake Calhoun stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Calhoun; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Calhoun?
The median ice-out date is April 11, from 22 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 11, 2000 and the latest is May 4, 2013.
Does Lake Calhoun have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lake Calhoun 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.