Trace Lake
About Trace Lake
Trace Lake is a 253-acre lake near Grey Eagle in Todd County, Minnesota. It reaches 6 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in.
Plan Your Visit to Trace Lake
- 253 acres, up to 6 feet deep, near Grey Eagle
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 253 acres
- Max depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 256 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
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Trace Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Trace Lake?
Trace Lake is in Todd County, Minnesota, near Grey Eagle. It covers 253 acres and reaches 6 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Trace Lake?
Trace Lake covers 253 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 6 feet.
What fish can you catch at Trace Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Trace Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Trace Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Trace Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Trace 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.