Dam Five Lake
About Dam Five Lake
Dam Five Lake is a 78-acre lake near Isabella in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 38 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.9 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
Public access is carry-in only — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch.
Plan Your Visit to Dam Five Lake
- 78 acres, up to 38 feet deep, near Isabella
- Carry-in access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 12.9 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Carry-in access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 78 acres
- Max depth
- 38 ft
- Shoreline
- 3 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 64 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 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
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dam Five Lake?
Dam Five Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Isabella. It covers 78 acres and reaches 38 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Dam Five Lake?
Dam Five Lake covers 78 acres with about 3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 38 feet.
What fish can you catch at Dam Five Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Dam Five Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: carry-in access only.
Can you swim at Dam Five Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Dam Five 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 Dam Five Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Dam Five Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.