Ramsey Lake
About Ramsey Lake
Ramsey Lake is a 317-acre lake near Maple Lake in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 80 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 21 feet, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5.1 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2017.
There is one public boat launch (asphalt 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 4, based on 9 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Ramsey Lake
- 317 acres, up to 80 feet deep, near Maple Lake
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt) — 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 5.1 feet
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 317 acres
- Max depth
- 80 ft
- Average depth
- 21 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 5.1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 135 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 (asphalt)
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 15
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2017
- 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 4
- Years of record
- 9
- Earliest
- March 9, 2024
- Latest
- April 18, 2023
- Most recent
- March 27, 2025
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 Ramsey Lake?
Ramsey Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Maple Lake. It covers 317 acres and reaches 80 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ramsey Lake?
Ramsey Lake covers 317 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 80 feet and its average depth is about 21 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ramsey Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Ramsey Lake?
Yes. Ramsey Lake has 1 public boat launch (asphalt), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ramsey Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ramsey 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 Ramsey Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Ramsey Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Ramsey Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 4, from 9 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 9, 2024 and the latest is April 18, 2023.
Does Ramsey Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Ramsey 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.