Fish Lake
About Fish Lake
Fish Lake is an 185-acre lake near Finlayson in Pine County, Minnesota. It reaches 18 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
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 Fish Lake
- 185 acres, up to 18 feet deep, near Finlayson
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Average water clarity around 3 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 185 acres
- Max depth
- 18 ft
- Shoreline
- 6 mi
- Water clarity
- 3 ft
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.
- 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
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Fish Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fish Lake?
Fish Lake is in Pine County, Minnesota, near Finlayson. It covers 185 acres and reaches 18 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fish Lake?
Fish Lake covers 185 acres with about 6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 18 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fish Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Fish Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Fish Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Fish Lake.
Can you swim at Fish Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fish 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.