Sunset Lake
About Sunset Lake
Sunset Lake is a 133-acre lake near White Bear Lake in Washington County, Minnesota. It reaches 17 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 1999.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the city. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Sunset Lake
- 133 acres, up to 17 feet deep, near White Bear Lake
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 133 acres
- Max depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 124 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 (gravel or earth)
Best For
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 1999
- 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 Sunset Lake?
Sunset Lake is in Washington County, Minnesota, near White Bear Lake. It covers 133 acres and reaches 17 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Sunset Lake?
Sunset Lake covers 133 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 17 feet.
What fish can you catch at Sunset Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Sunset Lake?
Yes. Sunset Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Sunset Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Sunset 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 Sunset Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Sunset Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Does Sunset Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Sunset 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.