Eighteen Lake
About Eighteen Lake
Eighteen Lake is a 102-acre lake near Isabella in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 3 fish species here, including walleye 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 2021.
Public access is carry-in only — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch. Eighteen Lake Campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Eighteen Lake
- 102 acres, up to 12 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 and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 6.4 feet
- Camping close to the water at Eighteen Lake Campground
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Carry-in access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
Conditions
- Surface area
- 102 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 99 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
- Camping: Eighteen 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
- 2021
- 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
Eighteen Lake Campground is mapped on or near Eighteen 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 Eighteen Lake?
Eighteen Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Isabella. It covers 102 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Eighteen Lake?
Eighteen Lake covers 102 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Eighteen Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Eighteen Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: carry-in access only.
Can you swim at Eighteen Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Eighteen 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 Eighteen Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Eighteen Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Can you camp at Eighteen Lake?
Yes. Eighteen Lake Campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.