Dewey Lake
About Dewey Lake
Dewey Lake is a 201-acre lake near Side Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 40 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 12.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2007.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface).
Plan Your Visit to Dewey Lake
- 201 acres, up to 40 feet deep, near Side Lake
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 12.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 201 acres
- Max depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 4 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 76 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
- Walleye fishing
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2007
- 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 Dewey Lake?
Dewey Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Side Lake. It covers 201 acres and reaches 40 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Dewey Lake?
Dewey Lake covers 201 acres with about 4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 40 feet.
What fish can you catch at Dewey Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Dewey Lake?
Yes. Dewey Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth). DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Dewey Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Dewey 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 Dewey Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Dewey Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.