Jail Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Pine River. DNR lake ID 18041500.
Jail Lake is a 183.5-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Pine River. Its deepest point reaches 22 ft, and about 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 3.2 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18041500 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Pine River |
| Surface area | 183.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 22 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 62% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 3.2 ft through 2017 |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2017: clarity 3.2 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Jail Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Jail Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1998 (28 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 | 20.5 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 120.0 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.75 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.0 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.25 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 63.0 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 7.0 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 29.0 in (1998), Largemouth bass 3.0 in (1998).
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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Lizzie Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Clough Lake 1.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bass Lake 1.9 mi, Cass County
- Horseshoe Lake 2.2 mi, Cass County
- Ada Lake 2.9 mi, Cass County
- Louise Lake 3.1 mi, Cass County
- Hand Lake 3.7 mi, Cass County
- Two Lake 3.9 mi, Cass County
Questions about Jail Lake
How deep is Jail Lake?
Jail Lake reaches a maximum depth of 22 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Jail Lake?
Jail Lake covers about 183.5 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Jail Lake?
Summer water clarity on Jail Lake averages 3.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Jail Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Jail 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Jail Lake?
Homes on Jail 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 Jail Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Jail Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 62% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 3.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Jail Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Jail Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Jail 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 1998), 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.