Sabin Lake
About Sabin Lake
Sabin Lake is a 312-acre lake near Aurora in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 40 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 7.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and tullibee (cisco). The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Sabin Lake
- 312 acres, up to 40 feet deep, near Aurora
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and tullibee (cisco)
- Average water clarity around 3.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 312 acres
- Max depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 7.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 135 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 (concrete)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 9
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- 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 Sabin Lake?
Sabin Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Aurora. It covers 312 acres and reaches 40 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Sabin Lake?
Sabin Lake covers 312 acres with about 7.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 40 feet.
What fish can you catch at Sabin Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Sabin Lake?
Yes. Sabin Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Sabin Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Sabin 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 Sabin Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Sabin Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.