Partridge Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Nichols. DNR lake ID 18004800.
Partridge Lake is a 187.6-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Nichols. Its deepest point reaches 42 ft, and about 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 16.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18004800 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Nichols |
| Surface area | 187.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 42 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 62% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.5 ft through 2020 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 2020: clarity 16.5 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Partridge Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Partridge Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 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 | 25.5 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.75 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.17 | 1.0 to 10.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.38 | 0.8 to 4.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 11.17 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 299.25 | 9.5 to 57.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.83 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.83 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.62 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 30.88 | n/a |
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
- Partridge Lake: 1 natural launch ramp. 3 miles north of Garrison on the east shore of Partridge Lake, Greenwood Isle Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Turtle Lake 0.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Birch Lake 1.8 mi, Aitkin County
- Round Lake 2.0 mi, Aitkin County
- Kenney Lake 2.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Scott Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bay 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Spectacle Lake 3.0 mi, Aitkin County
- Big Pine Lake 3.0 mi, Aitkin County
Questions about Partridge Lake
How deep is Partridge Lake?
Partridge Lake reaches a maximum depth of 42 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 62% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Partridge Lake?
Partridge Lake covers about 187.6 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Partridge Lake?
Summer water clarity on Partridge Lake averages 16.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2020. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Partridge Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Partridge 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.
Where is the public boat access on Partridge Lake?
Partridge Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Partridge Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Partridge Lake?
Homes on Partridge 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 Partridge Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Partridge Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 62% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 16.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Partridge Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Partridge Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Partridge 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 1987), 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.