Fox Lake
About Fox Lake
Fox Lake is a 312-acre lake near Millersburg in Rice County, Minnesota. It reaches 47 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.3 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. 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. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around March 28, based on 12 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Fox Lake
- 312 acres, up to 47 feet deep, near Millersburg
- 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 pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4.3 feet
- 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
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 312 acres
- Max depth
- 47 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 139 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
- 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
- 17
- Game fish
- 8
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- March 28
- Years of record
- 12
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- April 30, 2018
- Most recent
- March 26, 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 Fox Lake?
Fox Lake is in Rice County, Minnesota, near Millersburg. It covers 312 acres and reaches 47 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake covers 312 acres with about 3.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 47 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fox Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and White Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Fox Lake?
Yes. Fox Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Fox Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fox 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 Fox Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Fox Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Fox Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 28, from 12 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is April 30, 2018.
Does Fox Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Fox 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.