Rhine Lake
About Rhine Lake
Rhine Lake is an 116-acre lake near Finlayson in Pine County, Minnesota. It reaches 8 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2000.
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 Rhine Lake
- 116 acres, up to 8 feet deep, near Finlayson
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 116 acres
- Max depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 116 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
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 8
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2000
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 Rhine Lake?
Rhine Lake is in Pine County, Minnesota, near Finlayson. It covers 116 acres and reaches 8 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Rhine Lake?
Rhine Lake covers 116 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Rhine Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Rhine Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Rhine Lake.
Can you swim at Rhine Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Rhine 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 Rhine Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Rhine Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.