Browns Lake
About Browns Lake
Browns Lake is a 219-acre lake near Ely in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 19 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 6.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 4 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2011.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Browns Lake
- 219 acres, up to 19 feet deep, near Ely
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 7.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 219 acres
- Max depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 170 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 4
- Game fish
- 3
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2011
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Browns Lake
Compare Browns Lake against the top-ranked lakes nearby, then map your route.
Nearby Lakes
Fall Lake
67 out of 100 Lake ScoreLake · Winton2,258 acres
0.9 miles away
Cedar Lake
59 out of 100 Lake ScoreLake · Ely465 acres
1.5 miles away
Newton Lake
50 out of 100 Lake ScoreLake · Ely516 acres
2.5 miles away
Garden Lake
63 out of 100 Lake ScoreLake · Ely653 acres
2.6 miles away
Stub Lake
37 out of 100 Lake ScoreLake · Silver Rapids89 acres
2.7 miles away
Hobo Lake
36 out of 100 Lake ScoreSt. Louis · Ely74 acres
3.1 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Browns Lake?
Browns Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Ely. It covers 219 acres and reaches 19 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Browns Lake?
Browns Lake covers 219 acres with about 6.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 19 feet.
What fish can you catch at Browns Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Browns Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Browns Lake.
Can you swim at Browns Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Browns 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 Browns Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Browns Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.