Coal Lake
Todd County, Minnesota, near Browerville. DNR lake ID 77004600.
Coal Lake is a 171-acre lake in Todd County, Minnesota, near Browerville. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft, and about 42% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. 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 | 77004600 |
|---|---|
| County | Todd County, near Browerville |
| Surface area | 171 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 42% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.7 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 11.7 ft.
Fishing on Coal Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | 0.33 | 0.5 to 3.0 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 0.5 |
| Northern pike | gill | 10.0 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.17 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.5 | 1.0 to 4.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.67 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 8.83 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 16.56 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.17 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 4.44 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.78 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 24.0 in (2022), Northern pike 28.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 22.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Bowfin, White sucker, 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
- Coal Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 10 trailer spaces. 4 mi E of Browerville on Cnty Rd 16, then 2 mi S on Twp Rd to SW shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Thunder Lake 2.6 mi, Todd County
- Mill Lake 3.1 mi, Todd County
- Pine Island Lake 3.1 mi, Todd County
- Rice Lake 4.2 mi, Todd County
- Horseshoe Lake 4.4 mi, Todd County
- Big Lake 5.4 mi, Todd County
- Beauty Lake 5.7 mi, Todd County
- Meyers Lake 6.4 mi, Todd County
Questions about Coal Lake
How deep is Coal Lake?
Coal Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 42% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Coal Lake?
Coal Lake covers about 171 acres in Todd County, Minnesota.
How clear is Coal Lake?
Summer water clarity on Coal Lake averages 11.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Coal Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Coal 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 Coal Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, bowfin in Coal Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Coal Lake?
Coal Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Coal Lake.
How is the walleye population on Coal Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2022, walleye numbers on Coal Lake ran mostly within 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 Coal Lake?
Homes on Coal 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 Coal Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Coal Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 42% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Coal Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Coal Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Coal Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Todd County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2022), 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.