Access Site
MN
Boot Lake
City: Lakefield, MN
County: Jackson County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.68775288, -95.08091428
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Location
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Des Moines River at Jackson, MN
4.1 mi away
Little Sioux River near Spafford, MN
6.6 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Boot Lake is a 235-acre lake in Lakefield, Jackson County, offering a public boat ramp for paddlers and boaters. The access point features a **paved boat ramp with a boarding dock and parking for approximately 10 vehicles**, making it suitable for kayaks, canoes, and small motorboats. The lake has a maximum depth of 109 feet, providing good conditions for various water activities.
This is a solid access point for launching paddling trips or recreational boating. The paved ramp and dock facilities make entry and exit straightforward for most users. Note that **alternative unimproved access points on East and West Boot Lake have been closed to boat launching**, so use the main ramp at the campground. The lake supports healthy populations of walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, musky, and panfish, making it popular with anglers as well as recreational paddlers.
This is a solid access point for launching paddling trips or recreational boating. The paved ramp and dock facilities make entry and exit straightforward for most users. Note that **alternative unimproved access points on East and West Boot Lake have been closed to boat launching**, so use the main ramp at the campground. The lake supports healthy populations of walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, musky, and panfish, making it popular with anglers as well as recreational paddlers.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Windom Wetland Management District
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