Long Lake
About Long Lake
Long Lake is a 77-acre lake near Rutledge in Pine County, Minnesota. It reaches 24 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the township.
Plan Your Visit to Long Lake
- 77 acres, up to 24 feet deep, near Rutledge
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 7 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 77 acres
- Max depth
- 24 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 47 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 13
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Long Lake?
Long Lake is in Pine County, Minnesota, near Rutledge. It covers 77 acres and reaches 24 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Long Lake?
Long Lake covers 77 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 24 feet.
What fish can you catch at Long Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Long Lake?
Yes. Long Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Long Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Long 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 Long Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Long Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.