Divide Lake
About Divide Lake
Divide Lake is a 61-acre lake near Isabella in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 22 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 10 feet, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.9 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 3 fish species here, including rainbow trout and splake. 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. Divide Lake Campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Divide Lake
- 61 acres, up to 22 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: rainbow trout and splake
- Average water clarity around 11.9 feet
- Camping close to the water at Divide Lake Campground
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Carry-in access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 61 acres
- Max depth
- 22 ft
- Average depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 37 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
- A trout and salmon stamp is required to fish designated trout lakes or to keep trout
Facilities
- 3 carry-in accesses
- Camping: Divide Lake Campground
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 3
- Game fish
- 2
- 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.
Camping & Reservations
Divide Lake Campground is mapped on or near Divide 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 Divide Lake?
Divide Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Isabella. It covers 61 acres and reaches 22 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Divide Lake?
Divide Lake covers 61 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 22 feet and its average depth is about 10 feet.
What fish can you catch at Divide Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Rainbow Trout and Splake. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Divide Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: carry-in access only.
Can you swim at Divide Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Divide 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 Divide Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Divide Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Can you camp at Divide Lake?
Yes. Divide Lake Campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.