Gifford Lake
About Gifford Lake
Gifford Lake is an 119-acre lake near Carver in Scott County, Minnesota. It reaches 11 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.4 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in.
Plan Your Visit to Gifford Lake
- 119 acres, up to 11 feet deep, near Carver
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 119 acres
- Max depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.4 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 119 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
- Fishing pier
Best For
- Shore fishing from a pier
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Gifford Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gifford Lake?
Gifford Lake is in Scott County, Minnesota, near Carver. It covers 119 acres and reaches 11 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Gifford Lake?
Gifford Lake covers 119 acres with about 3.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 11 feet.
What fish can you catch at Gifford Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Gifford Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Gifford Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Gifford Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Gifford 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.