German Lake
About German Lake
German Lake is an 889-acre lake near Greenland in Le Sueur County, Minnesota. It reaches 51 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 13 feet, and has roughly 7.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.7 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 19 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around March 25, based on 8 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to German Lake
- 889 acres, up to 51 feet deep, near Greenland
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 7.7 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 889 acres
- Max depth
- 51 ft
- Average depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 7.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 521 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 (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 19
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- March 25
- Years of record
- 8
- Earliest
- March 1, 2024
- Latest
- April 29, 2018
- Most recent
- March 15, 2025
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is German Lake?
German Lake is in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, near Greenland. It covers 889 acres and reaches 51 feet deep.
How big and how deep is German Lake?
German Lake covers 889 acres with about 7.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 51 feet and its average depth is about 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at German Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and White Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on German Lake?
Yes. German Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at German Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at German 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 German Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for German Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on German Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 25, from 8 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 1, 2024 and the latest is April 29, 2018.
Does German Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists German Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.