Fish Lake
About Fish Lake
Fish Lake is a 97-acre lake near Hasty in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 38 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 3.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2014.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 8, based on 8 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Fish Lake
- 97 acres, up to 38 feet deep, near Hasty
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 3.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel — 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
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 97 acres
- Max depth
- 38 ft
- Average depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 58 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
- 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
- 17
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2014
- 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
- April 8
- Years of record
- 8
- Earliest
- March 25, 2017
- Latest
- April 21, 2008
- Most recent
- March 28, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Fish Species
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fish Lake?
Fish Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Hasty. It covers 97 acres and reaches 38 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Fish Lake?
Fish Lake covers 97 acres with about 1.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 38 feet and its average depth is about 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at Fish Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Fish Lake?
Yes. Fish 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 Fish Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Fish 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 Fish Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Fish Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Fish Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 8, from 8 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 25, 2017 and the latest is April 21, 2008.
Does Fish Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Fish Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.