Wabasso Lake
About Wabasso Lake
Wabasso Lake is a 43-acre lake near Vadnais Heights in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It reaches 66 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.3 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2015.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. OpenStreetMap shows a swim beach on or beside the lake. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 4, based on 7 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Wabasso Lake
- 43 acres, up to 66 feet deep, near Vadnais Heights
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Swim beach on or beside the lake
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — 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
- 43 acres
- Max depth
- 66 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.3 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 28 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)
- Swim beach
- Picnic area
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- 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
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2015
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 4
- Years of record
- 7
- Earliest
- March 31, 2026
- Latest
- April 29, 2018
- Most recent
- March 31, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wabasso Lake?
Wabasso Lake is in Ramsey County, Minnesota, near Vadnais Heights. It covers 43 acres and reaches 66 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Wabasso Lake?
Wabasso Lake covers 43 acres with about 1.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 66 feet.
What fish can you catch at Wabasso Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Wabasso Lake?
Yes. Wabasso Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Wabasso Lake?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake. Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Wabasso Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Wabasso Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Wabasso Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 4, from 7 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 31, 2026 and the latest is April 29, 2018.
Does Wabasso Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Wabasso Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.