Fedji Lake
About Fedji Lake
Fedji Lake is a 172-acre lake near Perth in Watonwan County, Minnesota. It reaches 6 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 5 feet, and has roughly 2.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.3 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Fedji Lake
- 172 acres, up to 6 feet deep, near Perth
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Average water clarity around 1.3 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 172 acres
- Max depth
- 6 ft
- Average depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 172 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)
- 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
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fedji Lake?
Fedji Lake is in Watonwan County, Minnesota, near Perth. It covers 172 acres and reaches 6 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fedji Lake?
Fedji Lake covers 172 acres with about 2.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 6 feet and its average depth is about 5 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fedji Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Fedji Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Fedji Lake?
Yes. Fedji Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Fedji Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fedji 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.