Lost Lake
About Lost Lake
Lost Lake is a 124-acre lake near Biwabik in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 44 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 22.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2014.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Lost Lake
- 124 acres, up to 44 feet deep, near Biwabik
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 22.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 124 acres
- Max depth
- 44 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 22.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 49 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
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 8
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2014
- 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 Lost Lake?
Lost Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Biwabik. It covers 124 acres and reaches 44 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lost Lake?
Lost Lake covers 124 acres with about 3.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 44 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lost Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Lost Lake?
Yes. Lost 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 Lost Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Lost 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 Lost Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lost Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.