Lake Crystal
About Lake Crystal
Lake Crystal is an 118-acre lake near Erskine in Polk County, Minnesota. It reaches 30 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 10.2 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
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 Lake Crystal
- 118 acres, up to 30 feet deep, near Erskine
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 10.2 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 118 acres
- Max depth
- 30 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 10.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 41 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
- 7
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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 Lake Crystal?
Lake Crystal is in Polk County, Minnesota, near Erskine. It covers 118 acres and reaches 30 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Crystal?
Lake Crystal covers 118 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 30 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Crystal?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Crystal?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Lake Crystal.
Can you swim at Lake Crystal?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Crystal. 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 Lake Crystal stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lake Crystal; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.