Edward Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Merrifield. DNR lake ID 18030500.
Edward Lake is a 2,575-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Merrifield. Its deepest point reaches 75 ft, and about 47% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.5 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 walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18030500 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Merrifield |
| Surface area | 2,575 acres |
| Maximum depth | 75 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 47% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.5 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 15.5 ft, phosphorus 15.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Edward Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Edward Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2020 (6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 5.4 | 4.0 to 9.6 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.07 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Northern pike | gill | 5.47 | 3.0 to 7.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.13 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 23.6 | 7.1 to 33.9 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.13 | 0.7 to 3.7 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.27 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 26.47 | 3.7 to 42.9 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.27 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 2.4 | 0.4 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 9.87 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.13 | 1.6 to 6.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.6 | 1.0 to 6.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.27 | 0.7 to 3.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.47 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.33 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 34.0 in (2020), Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2020), Walleye 19.0 in (2022), Smallmouth bass 3.0 in (2002).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Common carp, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2017).
Public boat access
- Edwards Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 22 trailer spaces. 2 miles North of Merrifield on Crow Wing Co. Rd. #4, then 0.25 mile East on access entry road. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bass Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Silver Lake 1.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Taylor Lake 1.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Perch Lake 1.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Garden Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Markee Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Mollie Lake 2.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Lougee Lake 2.5 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Edward Lake
How deep is Edward Lake?
Edward Lake reaches a maximum depth of 75 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 47% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Edward Lake?
Edward Lake covers about 2,575 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Edward Lake?
Summer water clarity on Edward Lake averages 15.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Edward Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Edward Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Edward Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Edward Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2020.
Where is the public boat access on Edward Lake?
Edward Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Edwards Lake.
How is the walleye population on Edward Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1992 to 2020, walleye numbers on Edward Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Edward Lake?
Homes on Edward 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 Edward Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Edward Lake?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 47% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Edward Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5. Crappie daily limit 5.
Ask us about Edward 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 2020), 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.