Cedar Island Lake
About Cedar Island Lake
Cedar Island Lake is a 205-acre lake near Biwabik in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 20 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 7.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2018.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Cedar Island Lake
- 205 acres, up to 20 feet deep, near Biwabik
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 3 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 205 acres
- Max depth
- 20 ft
- Shoreline
- 7.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 176 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 Cedar Island Lake?
Cedar Island Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Biwabik. It covers 205 acres and reaches 20 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Cedar Island Lake?
Cedar Island Lake covers 205 acres with about 7.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 20 feet.
What fish can you catch at Cedar Island Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Cedar Island Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Cedar Island Lake.
Can you swim at Cedar Island Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Cedar Island 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 Cedar Island Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Cedar Island Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.