Shakopee Lake
Mille Lacs County, Minnesota, near Onamia. DNR lake ID 48001200.
Shakopee Lake is a 583.8-acre lake in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota, near Onamia. Its deepest point reaches 15 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 7.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 48001200 |
|---|---|
| County | Mille Lacs County, near Onamia |
| Surface area | 583.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 15 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 7.6 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 7.6 ft.
Fishing on Shakopee Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2020 (6 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 | 1.12 | 1.5 to 5.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 15.12 | 4.6 to 11.6 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 18.5 | 8.0 to 40.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.88 | 1.0 to 7.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 11.25 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 11.25 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2020), Smallmouth bass 20.0 in (2013), Walleye 27.0 in (2021), Northern pike 27.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, Common carp, Shorthead redhorse, Silver redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2007).
Public boat access
- Shakopee Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 20 trailer spaces. In Mille Lacs Kathio State Park, 4 mi NW of Onamia on Cnty Rd 26 to SW shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Black Bass Lake 1.5 mi, Mille Lacs County
- Onamia Lake 2.8 mi, Mille Lacs County
- Ogechie Lake 3.5 mi, Mille Lacs County
- Hannah Lake 7.6 mi, Morrison County
- Peavy Lake 7.9 mi, Morrison County
- Whitefish Lake 8.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Long Lake 8.7 mi, Morrison County
- Bulldog Lake 8.7 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Shakopee Lake
How deep is Shakopee Lake?
Shakopee Lake reaches a maximum depth of 15 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Shakopee Lake?
Shakopee Lake covers about 583.8 acres in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota.
How clear is Shakopee Lake?
Summer water clarity on Shakopee Lake averages 7.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Shakopee Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Shakopee Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Shakopee Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Shakopee Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2020.
Where is the public boat access on Shakopee Lake?
Shakopee Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Shakopee Lake.
How is the walleye population on Shakopee Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1995 to 2020, walleye numbers on Shakopee 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 Shakopee Lake?
Homes on Shakopee 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 Shakopee Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Shakopee Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 7.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Shakopee Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Shakopee Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Mille Lacs County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2020), 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.