Blueberry Lake
About Blueberry Lake
Blueberry Lake is a 125-acre lake near Rothman in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 6 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 4 feet, and has roughly 2.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2020.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Blueberry Lake
- 125 acres, up to 6 feet deep, near Rothman
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 2.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 125 acres
- Max depth
- 6 ft
- Average depth
- 4 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 125 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 (gravel or earth)
Best For
- 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2020
- 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Blueberry Lake?
Blueberry Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Rothman. It covers 125 acres and reaches 6 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Blueberry Lake?
Blueberry Lake covers 125 acres with about 2.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 6 feet and its average depth is about 4 feet.
What fish can you catch at Blueberry Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Blueberry Lake?
Yes. Blueberry Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Blueberry Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Blueberry 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 Blueberry Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Blueberry Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.