Todd Lake
About Todd Lake
Todd Lake is a 214-acre lake near Jennie in McLeod County, Minnesota. It reaches 9 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5.2 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Todd Lake
- 214 acres, up to 9 feet deep, near Jennie
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 5.2 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 214 acres
- Max depth
- 9 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 5.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 215 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
- 9
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 Todd Lake?
Todd Lake is in McLeod County, Minnesota, near Jennie. It covers 214 acres and reaches 9 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Todd Lake?
Todd Lake covers 214 acres with about 3.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 9 feet.
What fish can you catch at Todd Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Todd Lake?
Yes. Todd Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Todd Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Todd 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 Todd Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Todd Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.