Fawn Lake
About Fawn Lake
Fawn Lake is a 125-acre lake near Lincoln in Todd County, Minnesota. It reaches 21 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 16.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 2 fish species here, including largemouth bass and black crappie. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2018.
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 Fawn Lake
- 125 acres, up to 21 feet deep, near Lincoln
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: largemouth bass and black crappie
- Average water clarity around 16.5 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 125 acres
- Max depth
- 21 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 16.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 117 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 2
- Game fish
- 2
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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 Fawn Lake?
Fawn Lake is in Todd County, Minnesota, near Lincoln. It covers 125 acres and reaches 21 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fawn Lake?
Fawn Lake covers 125 acres with about 1.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 21 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fawn Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Largemouth Bass and Black Crappie. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Fawn Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Fawn Lake.
Can you swim at Fawn Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fawn 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 Fawn Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Fawn Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.