Middle Lake
About Middle Lake
Middle Lake is a 368-acre lake near Norway Lake in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. It reaches 11 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 7 feet, and has roughly 4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.2 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Middle Lake
- 368 acres, up to 11 feet deep, near Norway Lake
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 7.2 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 368 acres
- Max depth
- 11 ft
- Average depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 4 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 368 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 (gravel or earth)
- 1 carry-in access
Best For
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 7
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Middle Lake?
Middle Lake is in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota, near Norway Lake. It covers 368 acres and reaches 11 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Middle Lake?
Middle Lake covers 368 acres with about 4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 11 feet and its average depth is about 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Middle Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Middle Lake?
Yes. Middle Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Middle Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Middle 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 Middle Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Middle Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.