Pierz Lake
About Pierz Lake
Pierz Lake is an 189-acre lake near Genola in Morrison County, Minnesota. It reaches 34 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 20 feet, and has roughly 3.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.1 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie. 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 largemouth and smallmouth bass, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 15, based on 85 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Pierz Lake
- 189 acres, up to 34 feet deep, near Genola
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 11.1 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 189 acres
- Max depth
- 34 ft
- Average depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 65 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
- 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
- 10
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 15
- Years of record
- 85
- Earliest
- March 20, 2012
- Latest
- May 7, 2013
- Most recent
- March 29, 2025
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 Pierz Lake?
Pierz Lake is in Morrison County, Minnesota, near Genola. It covers 189 acres and reaches 34 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Pierz Lake?
Pierz Lake covers 189 acres with about 3.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 34 feet and its average depth is about 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Pierz Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Pierz Lake?
Yes. Pierz Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Pierz Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Pierz 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 Pierz Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Pierz Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pierz Lake?
Yes. All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
When does the ice go out on Pierz Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 15, from 85 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 20, 2012 and the latest is May 7, 2013.