Lake Julia
About Lake Julia
Lake Julia is a 154-acre lake near Clear Lake in Sherburne County, Minnesota. It reaches 15 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 2.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 18 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Ice typically goes out around April 2, based on 17 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Julia
- 154 acres, up to 15 feet deep, near Clear Lake
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and white crappie
- Average water clarity around 2 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 154 acres
- Max depth
- 15 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 154 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
- 18
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 2
- Years of record
- 17
- Earliest
- March 3, 2024
- Latest
- April 21, 2008
- Most recent
- March 30, 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 Lake Julia?
Lake Julia is in Sherburne County, Minnesota, near Clear Lake. It covers 154 acres and reaches 15 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Julia?
Lake Julia covers 154 acres with about 2.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 15 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Julia?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie, White 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 Lake Julia?
Yes. Lake Julia has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lake Julia?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Julia. 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 Lake Julia stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Lake Julia; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Lake Julia?
The median ice-out date is April 2, from 17 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 3, 2024 and the latest is April 21, 2008.