Elliot Lake
About Elliot Lake
Elliot Lake is a 373-acre lake near Eveleth in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 13 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 7 feet, and has roughly 4.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 7.8 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2018.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Elliot Lake
- 373 acres, up to 13 feet deep, near Eveleth
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 7.8 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 373 acres
- Max depth
- 13 ft
- Average depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 7.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 373 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
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 11
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit five.
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 Elliot Lake?
Elliot Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Eveleth. It covers 373 acres and reaches 13 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Elliot Lake?
Elliot Lake covers 373 acres with about 4.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 13 feet and its average depth is about 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Elliot Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list 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 Elliot Lake?
Yes. Elliot 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 Elliot Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Elliot 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 Elliot Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Elliot Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Elliot Lake?
Yes. Daily limit five.