Raven Lake
About Raven Lake
Raven Lake is a 179-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 56 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 15 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in.
Plan Your Visit to Raven Lake
- 179 acres, up to 56 feet deep, near Prairie Portage
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Average water clarity around 15 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 179 acres
- Max depth
- 56 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 15 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 70 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.
Best For
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Raven Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Raven Lake?
Raven Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Prairie Portage. It covers 179 acres and reaches 56 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Raven Lake?
Raven Lake covers 179 acres with about 3.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 56 feet.
What fish can you catch at Raven Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Raven Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Raven Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Raven Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Raven 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.