Lake Reno
About Lake Reno
Lake Reno is a 3,809-acre lake near Forada in Pope County, Minnesota. It reaches 23 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 17 feet, and has roughly 11.6 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 18 Pope County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. 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 11, based on 14 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Reno
- 3,809 acres, up to 23 feet deep, near Forada
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 6.5 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 3,809 acres
- Max depth
- 23 ft
- Average depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 11.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 2,029 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
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 17
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit 10.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 11
- Years of record
- 14
- Earliest
- March 13, 2024
- Latest
- May 2, 2023
- Most recent
- April 6, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Union Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Reno?
Lake Reno is in Pope County, Minnesota, near Forada. It covers 3,809 acres and reaches 23 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Reno?
Lake Reno covers 3,809 acres with about 11.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 23 feet and its average depth is about 17 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Reno?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, 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 Lake Reno?
Yes. Lake Reno has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Reno?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Reno. 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 Reno stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Reno; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lake Reno?
Yes. Daily limit 10.
When does the ice go out on Lake Reno?
The median ice-out date is April 11, from 14 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 13, 2024 and the latest is May 2, 2023.
Does Lake Reno have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lake Reno 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.