Little Waverly Lake
About Little Waverly Lake
Little Waverly Lake is a 338-acre lake near Waverly in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 7 feet, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.9 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 16 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the county. 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 March 30, based on 9 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Little Waverly Lake
- 338 acres, up to 12 feet deep, near Waverly
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 2.9 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 (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 338 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Average depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 338 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)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 16
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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
- March 30
- Years of record
- 9
- Earliest
- March 13, 2016
- Latest
- May 1, 2018
- Most recent
- May 1, 2018
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 Little Waverly Lake?
Little Waverly Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Waverly. It covers 338 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Little Waverly Lake?
Little Waverly Lake covers 338 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet and its average depth is about 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Little Waverly 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 Little Waverly Lake?
Yes. Little Waverly Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Little Waverly Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Little Waverly 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 Little Waverly Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Little Waverly Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Little Waverly Lake?
The median ice-out date is March 30, from 9 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 13, 2016 and the latest is May 1, 2018.
Does Little Waverly Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Little Waverly 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.