Western Lake
About Western Lake
Western Lake is a 131-acre lake near Burntside Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.9 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner. A campground is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays.
Plan Your Visit to Western Lake
- 131 acres, up to 12 feet deep, near Burntside Lake
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Camping close to the water
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 131 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.9 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 131 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
- Camping (1 mapped)
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Camping & Reservations
1 campground is mapped on or near Western Lake. 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 Western Lake?
Western Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Burntside Lake. It covers 131 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Western Lake?
Western Lake covers 131 acres with about 2.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Western Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Western Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Western Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Western Lake.
Can you swim at Western Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Western 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.
Can you camp at Western Lake?
Yes. A campground is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.