Oak Lake
About Oak Lake
Oak Lake is a 108-acre lake near Ivanhoe in Lincoln County, Minnesota. It reaches 10 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.5 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).
Plan Your Visit to Oak Lake
- 108 acres, up to 10 feet deep, near Ivanhoe
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 108 acres
- Max depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 108 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 Oak Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oak Lake?
Oak Lake is in Lincoln County, Minnesota, near Ivanhoe. It covers 108 acres and reaches 10 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Oak Lake?
Oak Lake covers 108 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 10 feet.
What fish can you catch at Oak Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Oak Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Oak Lake?
Yes. Oak Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth). DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Oak Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Oak 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.