Scott Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Garrison. DNR lake ID 18003300.
Scott Lake is a 157.2-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Garrison. Its deepest point reaches 49 ft, and about 78% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.2 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18003300 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Garrison |
| Surface area | 157.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 49 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 78% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.2 ft through 2021 |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2021: clarity 11.2 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Scott Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Scott Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1989 (37 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 | 18.67 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.33 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.75 | 0.8 to 4.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 55.75 | 9.5 to 57.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 11.5 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.75 | 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Kenney Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Miller Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rice Lake 1.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Borden Lake 2.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Partridge Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Hanks Lake 2.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Portage Lake 2.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Turtle Lake 2.6 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Scott Lake
How deep is Scott Lake?
Scott Lake reaches a maximum depth of 49 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 78% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Scott Lake?
Scott Lake covers about 157.2 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Scott Lake?
Summer water clarity on Scott Lake averages 11.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2021. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Scott Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Scott 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 Scott Lake?
Homes on Scott 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 Scott Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Scott Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 78% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Scott Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Scott Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Scott 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 1989), 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.