North Drywood Lake
About North Drywood Lake
North Drywood Lake is a 404-acre lake near Artichoke in Swift County, Minnesota. It has roughly 4.1 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 7 Swift County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, largemouth bass, black crappie, and channel catfish. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2013.
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.
Plan Your Visit to North Drywood Lake
- 404 acres, near Artichoke
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, largemouth bass, black crappie, and channel catfish
- Average water clarity around 1 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 404 acres
- Shoreline
- 4.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 1 ft
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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2013
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 North Drywood Lake?
North Drywood Lake is in Swift County, Minnesota, near Artichoke. It covers 404 acres.
How big and how deep is North Drywood Lake?
North Drywood Lake covers 404 acres with about 4.1 miles of shoreline. The DNR has no depth on record.
What fish can you catch at North Drywood Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on North Drywood Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on North Drywood Lake.
Can you swim at North Drywood Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at North Drywood 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 North Drywood Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for North Drywood Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.