Marie Lake
About Marie Lake
Marie Lake is a 146-acre lake near Fairhaven in Stearns County, Minnesota. It reaches 36 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 7 feet, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2019.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Marie Lake
- 146 acres, up to 36 feet deep, near Fairhaven
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 4.5 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 146 acres
- Max depth
- 36 ft
- Average depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 107 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
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 15
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- 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 Marie Lake?
Marie Lake is in Stearns County, Minnesota, near Fairhaven. It covers 146 acres and reaches 36 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Marie Lake?
Marie Lake covers 146 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 36 feet and its average depth is about 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Marie Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Marie Lake?
Yes. Marie Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Marie Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Marie 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 Marie Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Marie Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Does Marie Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Marie Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.