Allie Lake
About Allie Lake
Allie Lake is a 509-acre lake near Buffalo Lake in Renville County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 4.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and channel catfish. 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 2025.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and county. Lake Allie Park Campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. Ice typically goes out around March 31, based on 10 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Allie Lake
- 509 acres, up to 12 feet deep, near Buffalo Lake
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and channel catfish
- Average water clarity around 4.3 feet
- Camping close to the water at Lake Allie Park Campground
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 509 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 509 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)
- Camping: Lake Allie Park Campground
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Lakeside camping
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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
- March 31
- Years of record
- 10
- Earliest
- March 6, 2021
- Latest
- April 29, 2013
- Most recent
- April 10, 2022
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
Camping & Reservations
Lake Allie Park Campground is mapped on or near Allie Lake. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Allie Lake?
Allie Lake is in Renville County, Minnesota, near Buffalo Lake. It covers 509 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Allie Lake?
Allie Lake covers 509 acres with about 4.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Allie Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Allie Lake?
Yes. Allie Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR and county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Allie Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Allie 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 Allie Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Allie Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Allie Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 31, from 10 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 6, 2021 and the latest is April 29, 2013.
Can you camp at Allie Lake?
Yes. Lake Allie Park Campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.