Linka Lake
About Linka Lake
Linka Lake is a 178-acre lake near Terrace in Pope County, Minnesota. It reaches 50 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 22 feet, and has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.9 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Linka Lake
- 178 acres, up to 50 feet deep, near Terrace
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 7.9 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 178 acres
- Max depth
- 50 ft
- Average depth
- 22 ft
- Shoreline
- 2 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 71 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)
Best For
- 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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 Linka Lake?
Linka Lake is in Pope County, Minnesota, near Terrace. It covers 178 acres and reaches 50 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Linka Lake?
Linka Lake covers 178 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 50 feet and its average depth is about 22 feet.
What fish can you catch at Linka Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Linka Lake?
Yes. Linka Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Linka Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Linka 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 Linka Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Linka Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.