Imogene Lake
About Imogene Lake
Imogene Lake is an 186-acre lake near Imogene in Martin County, Minnesota. It reaches 6 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.2 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, white crappie, yellow perch, and channel catfish. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. Special fishing regulations apply to yellow bass, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. Ice typically goes out around March 16, based on 6 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Imogene Lake
- 186 acres, up to 6 feet deep, near Imogene
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, white crappie, yellow perch, and channel catfish
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 1.2 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 186 acres
- Max depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 186 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
Best For
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Special regulations on this lake
- yellow bass: daily limit 100, no possession limit, no closed season.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- March 16
- Years of record
- 6
- Earliest
- February 24, 2024
- Latest
- April 11, 2023
- Most recent
- March 10, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Imogene Lake
Compare Imogene Lake against the top-ranked lakes nearby, then map your route.
Nearby Lakes
Budd Lake
50 out of 100 Lake ScoreMartin · Fairmont228 acres
5 miles away
Sisseton Lake
47 out of 100 Lake ScoreMartin · Fairmont138 acres
5.2 miles away
Hall Lake
52 out of 100 Lake ScoreMartin · Fairmont548 acres
5.3 miles away
George Lake
46 out of 100 Lake ScoreMartin · Fairmont83 acres
5.3 miles away
Amber Lake
48 out of 100 Lake ScoreMartin · Fairmont182 acres
5.9 miles away
East Chain
44 out of 100 Lake ScoreMartin · East Chain481 acres
6.9 miles away
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Imogene Lake?
Imogene Lake is in Martin County, Minnesota, near Imogene. It covers 186 acres and reaches 6 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Imogene Lake?
Imogene Lake covers 186 acres with about 2.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at Imogene Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, White Crappie, 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 Imogene Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Imogene Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Imogene 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 Imogene Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Imogene Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Imogene Lake?
Yes. daily limit 100, no possession limit, no closed season.
When does the ice go out on Imogene Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 16, from 6 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is February 24, 2024 and the latest is April 11, 2023.