Eagle Lake
About Eagle Lake
Eagle Lake is a 462-acre lake near Big Lake in Sherburne County, Minnesota. It reaches 18 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 11 feet, and has roughly 4.2 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 18 Sherburne County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 6, based on 6 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Eagle Lake
- 462 acres, up to 18 feet deep, near Big Lake
- 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 3 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — 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
- 462 acres
- Max depth
- 18 ft
- Average depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 330 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
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 15
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- 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 6
- Years of record
- 6
- Earliest
- April 1, 2007
- Latest
- April 30, 2013
- Most recent
- April 2, 2020
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 Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake is in Sherburne County, Minnesota, near Big Lake. It covers 462 acres and reaches 18 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Eagle Lake?
Eagle Lake covers 462 acres with about 4.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 18 feet and its average depth is about 11 feet.
What fish can you catch at Eagle Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Eagle Lake?
Yes. Eagle Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Eagle Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Eagle 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 Eagle Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Eagle Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Eagle Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 6, from 6 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 1, 2007 and the latest is April 30, 2013.
Does Eagle Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Eagle 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.