Indian Lake
About Indian Lake
Indian Lake is a 139-acre lake near Silver Creek (Wright) in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 31 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 16 feet, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 9 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. Special fishing regulations apply to sunfish, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 19, based on 9 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Indian Lake
- 139 acres, up to 31 feet deep, near Silver Creek (Wright)
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 11 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 139 acres
- Max depth
- 31 ft
- Average depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 11 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 65 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 (concrete)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 9
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Sunfish: Daily limit 10.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 19
- Years of record
- 9
- Earliest
- April 1, 2007
- Latest
- May 2, 2018
- Most recent
- April 21, 2023
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 Indian Lake?
Indian Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Silver Creek (Wright). It covers 139 acres and reaches 31 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Indian Lake?
Indian Lake covers 139 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 31 feet and its average depth is about 16 feet.
What fish can you catch at Indian Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Indian Lake?
Yes. Indian Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Indian Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Indian 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 Indian Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Indian Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Indian Lake?
Yes. Daily limit 10.
When does the ice go out on Indian Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 19, from 9 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 1, 2007 and the latest is May 2, 2018.
Does Indian Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Indian 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.