T Lake
About T Lake
T Lake is a 295-acre lake near Schroeder in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 15 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 6 feet, and has roughly 6.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5.8 feet. Access is by portage through Superior National Forest; most lakes reached this way lie in or beside the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, where an entry permit is required.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and lake whitefish. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2019.
Public access is by portage — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch. 3 campgrounds are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to T Lake
- 295 acres, up to 15 feet deep, near Schroeder
- Portage access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, and lake whitefish
- Average water clarity around 5.8 feet
- Camping close to the water
- Boundary Waters country: entry permit required, no cans or glass bottles, and motors are restricted on most lakes
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Portage access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- US Forest Service
- Wilderness permit
- BWCAW permit required
Conditions
- Surface area
- 295 acres
- Max depth
- 15 ft
- Average depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 5.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 295 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 BWCAW permit is required year-round; quota permits apply May 1 through September 30
Facilities
- 1 carry-in access
- 1 portage access
- Camping (3 mapped)
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Canoe tripping
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 8
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2019
- 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
3 campgrounds are mapped on or near T 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 T Lake?
T Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Schroeder. It covers 295 acres and reaches 15 feet deep.
How big and how deep is T Lake?
T Lake covers 295 acres with about 6.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 15 feet and its average depth is about 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at T Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Lake Whitefish, and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on T Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: portage access only.
Can you swim at T Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at T 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 T Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for T Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Can you camp at T Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.