Amber Lake
About Amber Lake
Amber Lake is a 121-acre lake near Forest Center in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 27 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5 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. 2 campgrounds are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Amber Lake
- 121 acres, up to 27 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 5 feet
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 121 acres
- Max depth
- 27 ft
- Shoreline
- 3 mi
- Water clarity
- 5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 74 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 (2 mapped)
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- Lakeside camping
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
2 campgrounds are mapped on or near Amber 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 Amber Lake?
Amber Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Forest Center. It covers 121 acres and reaches 27 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Amber Lake?
Amber Lake covers 121 acres with about 3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 27 feet.
What fish can you catch at Amber Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Amber Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Amber Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Amber 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 Amber Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.