Dog Lake
About Dog Lake
Dog Lake is a 97-acre lake near Oster in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 25 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 13 feet, and has roughly 1.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 11 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2022.
The DNR lists public water access for the lake; confirm the launch type before towing a trailer in.
Plan Your Visit to Dog Lake
- 97 acres, up to 25 feet deep, near Oster
- Public access on record — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 2.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Public access on record
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 97 acres
- Max depth
- 25 ft
- Average depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 73 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.
- 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
- 11
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Dog Lake?
Dog Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Oster. It covers 97 acres and reaches 25 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Dog Lake?
Dog Lake covers 97 acres with about 1.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 25 feet and its average depth is about 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at Dog Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Dog Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: public access on record.
Can you swim at Dog Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Dog 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 Dog Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Dog Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.