Loon Lake
About Loon Lake
Loon Lake is a 125-acre lake near Waseca in Waseca County, Minnesota. It reaches 9 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 0.9 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, and channel catfish. 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 2023.
There is one public boat launch (asphalt surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and city. Ice typically goes out around March 27, based on 35 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Loon Lake
- 125 acres, up to 9 feet deep, near Waseca
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, and channel catfish
- Average water clarity around 0.9 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 125 acres
- Max depth
- 9 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 0.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 125 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 (asphalt)
- 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
- 7
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- March 27
- Years of record
- 35
- Earliest
- February 27, 2024
- Latest
- April 27, 2018
- Most recent
- March 23, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Loon Lake?
Loon Lake is in Waseca County, Minnesota, near Waseca. It covers 125 acres and reaches 9 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Loon Lake?
Loon Lake covers 125 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 9 feet.
What fish can you catch at Loon Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Loon Lake?
Yes. Loon Lake has 1 public boat launch (asphalt), managed by the Minnesota DNR and city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Loon Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Loon 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 Loon Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Loon Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Loon Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 27, from 35 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is February 27, 2024 and the latest is April 27, 2018.