Goodrich Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. DNR lake ID 18022600.
Goodrich Lake is a 382.1-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. Its deepest point reaches 35 ft, and about 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18022600 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Cross Lake |
| Surface area | 382.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 35 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 62% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.9 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 15.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Murkier (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 2025: clarity 13.9 ft, phosphorus 15.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Goodrich Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: murkier.
Fishing on Goodrich Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2018 (8 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 | 0.83 | 0.5 to 3.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 10.83 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 2.11 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 5.17 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.44 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 13.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.89 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 5.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.22 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 2.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Smallmouth bass 19.0 in (2018), Northern pike 35.0 in (2018), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2018), Walleye 26.0 in (2018).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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
- Goodrich Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 8 trailer spaces. Take Hwy 3 out of Crosslake for 2 miles to the access road. Follow the access road for 2 miles to the access. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Command Lake 0.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- O'Brien Lake 1.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Dolney Lake 1.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Pickerel Lake 1.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Little Pine Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Velvet Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rock Lake 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Sand Lake 2.9 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Goodrich Lake
How deep is Goodrich Lake?
Goodrich Lake reaches a maximum depth of 35 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Goodrich Lake?
Goodrich Lake covers about 382.1 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Goodrich Lake?
Summer water clarity on Goodrich Lake averages 13.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Goodrich Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Goodrich 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 Goodrich Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Goodrich Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2018.
Where is the public boat access on Goodrich Lake?
Goodrich Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Goodrich Lake.
How is the walleye population on Goodrich Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1999 to 2018, walleye numbers on Goodrich 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 Goodrich Lake?
Homes on Goodrich 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 Goodrich Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Goodrich Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 62% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Goodrich Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Goodrich Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Goodrich 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 2018), 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.