Wisini Lake
About Wisini Lake
Wisini Lake is a 104-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 137 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8 feet.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner. 6 campgrounds are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Wisini Lake
- 104 acres, up to 137 feet deep, near Prairie Portage
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Average water clarity around 8 feet
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 104 acres
- Max depth
- 137 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 20 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
- Camping (6 mapped)
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
6 campgrounds are mapped on or near Wisini 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 Wisini Lake?
Wisini Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Prairie Portage. It covers 104 acres and reaches 137 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Wisini Lake?
Wisini Lake covers 104 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 137 feet.
What fish can you catch at Wisini Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Wisini Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Wisini Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Wisini Lake.
Can you swim at Wisini Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Wisini 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.
Can you camp at Wisini Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.