Campers Lake
About Campers Lake
Campers Lake is a 48-acre lake near Happy Wanderer in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 3 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 5 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, and burbot. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2006.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the US Forest Service.
Plan Your Visit to Campers Lake
- 48 acres, up to 3 feet deep, near Happy Wanderer
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the US Forest Service
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, and burbot
- Average water clarity around 1.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 48 acres
- Max depth
- 3 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 48 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 (concrete)
Best For
- 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
- 5
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2006
- 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 Campers Lake?
Campers Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Happy Wanderer. It covers 48 acres and reaches 3 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Campers Lake?
Campers Lake covers 48 acres with about 1.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 3 feet.
What fish can you catch at Campers Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Burbot. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Campers Lake?
Yes. Campers Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the US Forest Service. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Campers Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Campers 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 Campers Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Campers Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.