Janette Lake
About Janette Lake
Janette Lake is a 133-acre lake near Goodland in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 23 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.8 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and county.
Plan Your Visit to Janette Lake
- 133 acres, up to 23 feet deep, near Goodland
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4.8 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 133 acres
- Max depth
- 23 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 119 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)
- 1 carry-in access
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 Janette Lake?
Janette Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Goodland. It covers 133 acres and reaches 23 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Janette Lake?
Janette Lake covers 133 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 23 feet.
What fish can you catch at Janette Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Janette Lake?
Yes. Janette Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR and county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Janette Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Janette 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 Janette Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Janette Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.