Black Oak Lake
About Black Oak Lake
Black Oak Lake is a 95-acre lake near New Munich in Stearns County, Minnesota. It reaches 19 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 11 feet, and has roughly 3.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.8 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. 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 2019.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Black Oak Lake
- 95 acres, up to 19 feet deep, near New Munich
- 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 6.8 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 95 acres
- Max depth
- 19 ft
- Average depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 98 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
- 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
- 2019
- 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 Black Oak Lake?
Black Oak Lake is in Stearns County, Minnesota, near New Munich. It covers 95 acres and reaches 19 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Black Oak Lake?
Black Oak Lake covers 95 acres with about 3.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 19 feet and its average depth is about 11 feet.
What fish can you catch at Black Oak 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 Black Oak Lake?
Yes. Black Oak Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Black Oak Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Black Oak 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 Black Oak Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Black Oak Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.