Fox Lake
About Fox Lake
Fox Lake is a 951-acre lake near Sherburn in Martin County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 11.3 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 20 Martin County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.7 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, muskellunge, 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 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Everett Park is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. Ice typically goes out around March 22, based on 8 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Fox Lake
- 951 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Sherburn
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 1.7 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
- Camping close to the water at Everett Park
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 951 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 11.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 780 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)
- Camping: Everett Park
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 17
- 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
- March 22
- Years of record
- 8
- Earliest
- March 12, 2017
- Latest
- April 27, 2018
- Most recent
- April 27, 2018
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
Everett Park is mapped on or near Fox Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake is in Martin County, Minnesota, near Sherburn. It covers 951 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake covers 951 acres with about 11.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fox Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Fox Lake?
Yes. Fox Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Fox Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fox 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 Fox Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Fox Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Fox Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 22, from 8 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 12, 2017 and the latest is April 27, 2018.
Can you camp at Fox Lake?
Yes. Everett Park is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.