Rogers Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Emily. DNR lake ID 18018400.
Rogers Lake is a 240-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Emily. Its deepest point reaches 64 ft, and about 35% 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. 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 | 18018400 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Emily |
| Surface area | 240 acres |
| Maximum depth | 64 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 35% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.5 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 13.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (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 15.5 ft, phosphorus 13.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Rogers Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Rogers Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | 1.0 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 7.33 | 2.2 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.29 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.71 | 0.5 to 2.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.83 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 17.86 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.14 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.29 | 1.4 to 5.9 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.7 to 4.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.43 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.29 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 36.0 in (2019), Largemouth bass 13.0 in (2019), Walleye 25.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Bowfin, 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
- Roger Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. Take Hwy 6 south out of Emily for 4.6 miles to CR 36. Follow CR 36 east for 2.3 miles to Rogers Lake Rd. Access is off of Rogers Lake Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Mud Lake 1.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Island Lake 1.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Upper Dean Lake 1.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Mud Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Ross Lake 2.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bass Lake 2.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Eastham Lake 2.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Twin Lake 3.5 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Rogers Lake
How deep is Rogers Lake?
Rogers Lake reaches a maximum depth of 64 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 35% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Rogers Lake?
Rogers Lake covers about 240 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Rogers Lake?
Summer water clarity on Rogers Lake averages 15.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Rogers Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Rogers 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 Rogers Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, bowfin in Rogers Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Rogers Lake?
Rogers Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Roger Lake.
How is the walleye population on Rogers Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 2001 to 2019, walleye numbers on Rogers Lake ran mostly below 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 Rogers Lake?
Homes on Rogers 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 Rogers Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Rogers Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 35% 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 Rogers Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Rogers Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Rogers 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 2019), 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.