Wolf Lake
About Wolf Lake
Wolf Lake is a 456-acre lake near Two Harbors in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 5 feet, and has roughly 10.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2018.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Wolf Lake
- 456 acres, up to 12 feet deep, near Two Harbors
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 3 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
- 456 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Average depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 10.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 456 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
- 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
- 8
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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 Wolf Lake?
Wolf Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Two Harbors. It covers 456 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Wolf Lake?
Wolf Lake covers 456 acres with about 10.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet and its average depth is about 5 feet.
What fish can you catch at Wolf Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Wolf Lake?
Yes. Wolf Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Wolf Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Wolf 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 Wolf Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Wolf Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.