Alice Lake
About Alice Lake
Alice Lake is a 1,469-acre lake near Forest Center in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 53 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 27.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6 feet.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. Site 1175 and Site 1170 are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Alice Lake
- 1,469 acres, up to 53 feet deep, near Forest Center
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Average water clarity around 6 feet
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
- Camping close to the water at Site 1175 and Site 1170
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,469 acres
- Max depth
- 53 ft
- Shoreline
- 27.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 6 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 438 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
- Swim beach
- Camping: Site 1175 and Site 1170
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
Site 1175 and Site 1170 are mapped on or near Alice Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Alice Lake?
Alice Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Forest Center. It covers 1,469 acres and reaches 53 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Alice Lake?
Alice Lake covers 1,469 acres with about 27.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 53 feet.
What fish can you catch at Alice Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Alice Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Alice Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Alice Lake?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Can you camp at Alice Lake?
Yes. Site 1175 and Site 1170 are mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.