Hendricks Lake
About Hendricks Lake
Hendricks Lake is a 1,522-acre lake near Hendricks in Lincoln County, Minnesota. It reaches 9 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 12.6 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 10 Lincoln County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.6 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer. The lake is a border water shared with South Dakota, so different seasons, limits and licensing rules can apply on the far side.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, smallmouth 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 2025.
There are 4 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the city and Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 5, based on 24 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Hendricks Lake
- 1,522 acres, up to 9 feet deep, near Hendricks
- 4 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the city and Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, smallmouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 3.6 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
- Border water with South Dakota — know which side of the line you are fishing on
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city, Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,522 acres
- Max depth
- 9 ft
- Shoreline
- 12.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.6 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 656 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
- Border-water seasons and limits with South Dakota differ from Minnesota inland rules
Facilities
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 15
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 5
- Years of record
- 24
- Earliest
- February 25, 2024
- Latest
- April 30, 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 Hendricks Lake?
Hendricks Lake is in Lincoln County, Minnesota, near Hendricks. It covers 1,522 acres and reaches 9 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Hendricks Lake?
Hendricks Lake covers 1,522 acres with about 12.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 9 feet.
What fish can you catch at Hendricks Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, 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 Hendricks Lake?
Yes. Hendricks Lake has 4 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the city and Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Hendricks Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Hendricks 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 Hendricks Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Hendricks Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Hendricks Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 5, from 24 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is February 25, 2024 and the latest is April 30, 2018.