Pleasant Lake
About Pleasant Lake
Pleasant Lake is a 607-acre lake near North Oaks in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It reaches 58 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 6 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 20 Ramsey County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Special fishing regulations apply, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2020.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Pleasant Lake
- 607 acres, up to 58 feet deep, near North Oaks
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 5 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 607 acres
- Max depth
- 58 ft
- Shoreline
- 6 mi
- Water clarity
- 5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 273 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.
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
- 10
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2020
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Special regulations on this lake
- Closed to fishing.
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 Pleasant Lake?
Pleasant Lake is in Ramsey County, Minnesota, near North Oaks. It covers 607 acres and reaches 58 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Pleasant Lake?
Pleasant Lake covers 607 acres with about 6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 58 feet.
What fish can you catch at Pleasant Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, White Bass, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Pleasant Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Pleasant Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Pleasant 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 Pleasant Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Pleasant Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pleasant Lake?
Yes. Closed to fishing.
Does Pleasant Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Pleasant Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.