Erskine Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Pine Center. DNR lake ID 18000900.
Erskine Lake is a 182.3-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Pine Center. Its deepest point reaches 14 ft, and about 99% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 6.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18000900 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Pine Center |
| Surface area | 182.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 14 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 99% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 6.1 ft through 2017 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 25.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 11.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2017: clarity 6.1 ft, phosphorus 25.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 11.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Erskine Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Erskine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 0.17 | 1.5 to 5.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 8.83 | 4.6 to 11.6 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 28.33 | 8.0 to 40.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.56 | 0.8 to 4.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 10.5 | 1.0 to 7.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.33 | 0.8 to 6.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 60.22 | 2.5 to 25.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.17 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 6.78 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 11.33 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 37.0 in (2016), Walleye 27.0 in (2016), Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Common carp, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black 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
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
- Erskine Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 10 trailer spaces. 5 mi S of Garrison on Hwy 169, 6 mi W on Co Rd 2, 1.25 mi S on Co Rd 8, 0.5 mi E on Erskine Lk Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Twenty Two Lake 1.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rock Lake 1.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bulldog Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Camp Lake 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Platte Lake 2.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Long Lake 3.2 mi, Morrison County
- Hannah Lake 3.4 mi, Morrison County
- Whitefish Lake 3.7 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Erskine Lake
How deep is Erskine Lake?
Erskine Lake reaches a maximum depth of 14 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 99% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Erskine Lake?
Erskine Lake covers about 182.3 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Erskine Lake?
Summer water clarity on Erskine Lake averages 6.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Erskine Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Erskine Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Erskine Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, bowfin in Erskine Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Where is the public boat access on Erskine Lake?
Erskine Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Erskine Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Erskine Lake?
Homes on Erskine 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 Erskine Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Erskine Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 99% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 6.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Erskine Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Erskine Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Erskine 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.