West Two Rivers Reservoir
About West Two Rivers Reservoir
West Two Rivers Reservoir is a 967-acre reservoir near Mountain Iron in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 27 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 30.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the city. West Two Rivers Campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to West Two Rivers Reservoir
- 967 acres, up to 27 feet deep, near Mountain Iron
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the city
- Average water clarity around 17 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water at West Two Rivers Campground
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 967 acres
- Max depth
- 27 ft
- Shoreline
- 30.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 17 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 347 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)
- Camping: West Two Rivers Campground
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
West Two Rivers Campground is mapped on or near West Two Rivers Reservoir. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Two Rivers Reservoir?
West Two Rivers Reservoir is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Mountain Iron. It covers 967 acres and reaches 27 feet deep.
How big and how deep is West Two Rivers Reservoir?
West Two Rivers Reservoir covers 967 acres with about 30.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 27 feet.
What fish can you catch at West Two Rivers Reservoir?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for West Two Rivers Reservoir.
Is there a public boat launch on West Two Rivers Reservoir?
Yes. West Two Rivers Reservoir has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at West Two Rivers Reservoir?
There is no mapped public swim beach at West Two Rivers Reservoir. 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.
Can you camp at West Two Rivers Reservoir?
Yes. West Two Rivers Campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.