Wood Lake
About Wood Lake
Wood Lake is a 373-acre lake near Russell in Lyon County, Minnesota. It reaches 14 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.2 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including walleye, largemouth bass, bluegill, and yellow perch. 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 is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Wood Lake
- 373 acres, up to 14 feet deep, near Russell
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, largemouth bass, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 4.2 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 373 acres
- Max depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 373 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
- 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 4
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wood Lake?
Wood Lake is in Lyon County, Minnesota, near Russell. It covers 373 acres and reaches 14 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Wood Lake?
Wood Lake covers 373 acres with about 3.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 14 feet.
What fish can you catch at Wood Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Wood Lake?
Yes. Wood Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Wood Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Wood 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 Wood Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Wood Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.