Hawksnest Lake
About Hawksnest Lake
Hawksnest Lake is a 299-acre lake near Ivanhoe in Lincoln County, Minnesota. It reaches 7 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.6 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Hawksnest Lake
- 299 acres, up to 7 feet deep, near Ivanhoe
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 299 acres
- Max depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.6 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 299 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Hawksnest Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hawksnest Lake?
Hawksnest Lake is in Lincoln County, Minnesota, near Ivanhoe. It covers 299 acres and reaches 7 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hawksnest Lake?
Hawksnest Lake covers 299 acres with about 4.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hawksnest Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Hawksnest Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Hawksnest Lake?
Yes. Hawksnest 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 Hawksnest Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hawksnest 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.