Lake Susan
About Lake Susan
Lake Susan is a 276-acre lake near Wakemup in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 10 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.9 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
Public access is carry-in only — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch.
Plan Your Visit to Lake Susan
- 276 acres, up to 10 feet deep, near Wakemup
- Carry-in access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 2.9 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Carry-in access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 276 acres
- Max depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 5 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 276 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 carry-in access
Best For
- Ice fishing
- 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
- 7
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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 Lake Susan?
Lake Susan is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Wakemup. It covers 276 acres and reaches 10 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lake Susan?
Lake Susan covers 276 acres with about 5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 10 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lake Susan?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lake Susan?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: carry-in access only.
Can you swim at Lake Susan?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lake Susan. 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 Lake Susan stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lake Susan; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.