Ogechie Lake
About Ogechie Lake
Ogechie Lake is a 409-acre lake near Vineland in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota. It reaches 6 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 6.2 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. Rum River Group Camp and Petaga Campground are mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Ogechie Lake
- 409 acres, up to 6 feet deep, near Vineland
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
- Camping close to the water at Rum River Group Camp and Petaga Campground
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 409 acres
- Max depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.2 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 410 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
- Swim beach
- Camping: Rum River Group Camp, Petaga Campground, and Ogechie Campground
- Fishing pier
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- Lakeside camping
- Shore fishing from a pier
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
Rum River Group Camp, Petaga Campground, and Ogechie Campground are mapped on or near Ogechie 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 Ogechie Lake?
Ogechie Lake is in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota, near Vineland. It covers 409 acres and reaches 6 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ogechie Lake?
Ogechie Lake covers 409 acres with about 6.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ogechie Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Ogechie Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Ogechie Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Ogechie Lake?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Can you camp at Ogechie Lake?
Yes. Rum River Group Camp, Petaga Campground, and Ogechie Campground are mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.
Does Ogechie Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Ogechie Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.