Heikkilla Lake
About Heikkilla Lake
Heikkilla Lake is a 130-acre lake near Embarrass in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 7 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 6 fish species here, including northern pike, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2019.
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. Ice typically goes out around April 21, based on 6 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Heikkilla Lake
- 130 acres, up to 7 feet deep, near Embarrass
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 1.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 130 acres
- Max depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.3 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 130 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
- 6
- Game fish
- 3
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2019
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 21
- Years of record
- 6
- Earliest
- April 5, 2021
- Latest
- May 7, 2014
- Most recent
- May 3, 2023
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Heikkilla Lake?
Heikkilla Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Embarrass. It covers 130 acres and reaches 7 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Heikkilla Lake?
Heikkilla Lake covers 130 acres with about 2.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Heikkilla Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Heikkilla Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Heikkilla Lake.
Can you swim at Heikkilla Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Heikkilla 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 Heikkilla Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Heikkilla Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Heikkilla Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 21, from 6 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 5, 2021 and the latest is May 7, 2014.