Eagle Lake
About Eagle Lake
Eagle Lake is a 907-acre lake near Battle Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 46 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 22.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, and rock bass. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the township. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 16, based on 17 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Eagle Lake
- 907 acres, up to 46 feet deep, near Battle Lake
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, and rock bass
- Average water clarity around 22.5 feet — very clear
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 907 acres
- Max depth
- 46 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 22.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 157 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
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 10
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 16
- Years of record
- 17
- Earliest
- March 30, 2016
- Latest
- May 3, 2008
- Most recent
- May 1, 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 Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Battle Lake. It covers 907 acres and reaches 46 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake covers 907 acres with about 4.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 46 feet.
What fish can you catch at Eagle Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Eagle Lake?
Yes. Eagle Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Eagle Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Eagle 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 Eagle Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Eagle Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Eagle Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 16, from 17 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 30, 2016 and the latest is May 3, 2008.
Does Eagle Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Eagle 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.