Arvilla Lake
About Arvilla Lake
Arvilla Lake is a 138-acre lake near Kingston in Meeker County, Minnesota. It reaches 9 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.3 miles of shoreline. 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 16 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, 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 2018.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 7, based on 19 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Arvilla Lake
- 138 acres, up to 9 feet deep, near Kingston
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 1.7 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 138 acres
- Max depth
- 9 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 138 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
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 16
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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
- April 7
- Years of record
- 19
- Earliest
- March 13, 2016
- Latest
- April 29, 2018
- Most recent
- April 16, 2023
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Arvilla Lake?
Arvilla Lake is in Meeker County, Minnesota, near Kingston. It covers 138 acres and reaches 9 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Arvilla Lake?
Arvilla Lake covers 138 acres with about 2.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 9 feet.
What fish can you catch at Arvilla Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black 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 Arvilla Lake?
Yes. Arvilla Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Arvilla Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Arvilla 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 Arvilla Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Arvilla Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Arvilla Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 7, from 19 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 13, 2016 and the latest is April 29, 2018.