Clinker Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Crosby. DNR lake ID 18013100.
Clinker Lake is an 80.7-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Crosby. Its deepest point reaches 35 ft, and about 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18013100 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Crosby |
| Surface area | 80.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 35 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 53% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.1 ft through 2017 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 14.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2017: clarity 13.1 ft, phosphorus 14.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Clinker Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Clinker Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 8.0 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.56 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.33 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.11 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 12.78 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.89 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.89 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 32.0 in (2016), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Bowfin, Yellow bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2022).
Public boat access
- Clinker Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 4 trailer spaces. 2 miles North of Crosby on MN Hwy. 6. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Rabbit (West Portion) Lake 1.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Turner Lake 1.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rabbit Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Island Lake 2.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rabbit (East Portion) Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Indian Jack Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Agate Lake 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Mahnomen Lake 2.5 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Clinker Lake
How deep is Clinker Lake?
Clinker Lake reaches a maximum depth of 35 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 53% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Clinker Lake?
Clinker Lake covers about 80.7 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Clinker Lake?
Summer water clarity on Clinker Lake averages 13.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Clinker Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Clinker Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Clinker Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, bowfin, yellow bullhead in Clinker Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Where is the public boat access on Clinker Lake?
Clinker Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Clinker Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Clinker Lake?
Homes on Clinker Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Clinker Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Clinker Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 53% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Clinker Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Clinker Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Clinker Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2016), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.