Floodwood Lake
About Floodwood Lake
Floodwood Lake is a 314-acre lake near Goodland in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 55 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.5 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 northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2008.
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 Floodwood Lake
- 314 acres, up to 55 feet deep, near Goodland
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 12.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 314 acres
- Max depth
- 55 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 12.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 157 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.
- 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
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2008
- 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 Floodwood Lake?
Floodwood Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Goodland. It covers 314 acres and reaches 55 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Floodwood Lake?
Floodwood Lake covers 314 acres with about 4.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 55 feet.
What fish can you catch at Floodwood Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Floodwood Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Floodwood Lake.
Can you swim at Floodwood Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Floodwood 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 Floodwood Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Floodwood Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.