South Twin Lake
About South Twin Lake
South Twin Lake is an 118-acre lake near Aurora in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 48 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and burbot. 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.
Plan Your Visit to South Twin Lake
- 118 acres, up to 48 feet deep, near Aurora
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and burbot
- Average water clarity around 4 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 118 acres
- Max depth
- 48 ft
- Shoreline
- 2 mi
- Water clarity
- 4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 46 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
- 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
- 9
- Game fish
- 6
- 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 South Twin Lake?
South Twin Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Aurora. It covers 118 acres and reaches 48 feet deep.
How big and how deep is South Twin Lake?
South Twin Lake covers 118 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 48 feet.
What fish can you catch at South Twin Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Burbot. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on South Twin Lake?
Yes. South Twin 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 South Twin Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at South Twin 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 South Twin Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for South Twin Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.