Keller Lake
About Keller Lake
Keller Lake is a 73-acre lake near Maplewood in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It reaches 8 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, tiger muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2007.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Keller Lake
- 73 acres, up to 8 feet deep, near Maplewood
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, tiger muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4.3 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 73 acres
- Max depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 73 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)
- Picnic area
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
- 9
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2007
- 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 Keller Lake?
Keller Lake is in Ramsey County, Minnesota, near Maplewood. It covers 73 acres and reaches 8 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Keller Lake?
Keller Lake covers 73 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Keller Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Tiger Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, 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 Keller Lake?
Yes. Keller Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Keller Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Keller 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 Keller Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Keller Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Does Keller Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Keller Lake 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.