Fish Lake
About Fish Lake
Fish Lake is a 77-acre lake near Waterville in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. It reaches 55 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.8 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 14 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Fish Lake
- 77 acres, up to 55 feet deep, near Waterville
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 13.8 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 77 acres
- Max depth
- 55 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 13.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 33 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 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
Best For
- 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
- 14
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fish Lake?
Fish Lake is in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, near Waterville. It covers 77 acres and reaches 55 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fish Lake?
Fish Lake covers 77 acres with about 1.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 55 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fish Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Fish Lake?
Yes. Fish Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Fish Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fish 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 Fish Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Fish Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.