Lake Wakanda
About Lake Wakanda
Lake Wakanda is a 1,760-acre lake near Svea in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It reaches 15 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 18.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie. 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 2024.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 11, based on 30 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Wakanda
- 1,760 acres, up to 15 feet deep, near Svea
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie
- Average water clarity around 2.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,760 acres
- Max depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 18.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 1,754 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
- 2 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
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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
- 30
- Earliest
- March 9, 2000
- Latest
- May 2, 2013
- Most recent
- April 30, 2018
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 Wakanda?
Lake Wakanda is in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, near Svea. It covers 1,760 acres and reaches 15 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Wakanda?
Lake Wakanda covers 1,760 acres with about 18.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 15 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Wakanda?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Wakanda?
Yes. Lake Wakanda has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Wakanda?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Wakanda. 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 Wakanda stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Wakanda; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Wakanda?
The median ice-out date is April 11, from 30 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 9, 2000 and the latest is May 2, 2013.