Pelkey Lake
About Pelkey Lake
Pelkey Lake is a 104-acre lake near Freedhem in Morrison County, Minnesota. It reaches 7 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.1 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Pelkey Lake
- 104 acres, up to 7 feet deep, near Freedhem
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 104 acres
- Max depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 104 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.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Pelkey Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pelkey Lake?
Pelkey Lake is in Morrison County, Minnesota, near Freedhem. It covers 104 acres and reaches 7 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Pelkey Lake?
Pelkey Lake covers 104 acres with about 2.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Pelkey Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Pelkey Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Pelkey Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Pelkey Lake.
Can you swim at Pelkey Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Pelkey 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.