Camelot Lake
Camelot Lake in Hennepin County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 1.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 75.2 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 6.1 µg/L. Maximum depth: 31 ft. Surface area: 182.47 acres.
- Clarity
- 1.3 ft
- Typical in August
- 66°F
- Max depth
- 31 ft
- Area
- 182 acres
- Type
- Eutrophic
- Trend
- ↑ Improving
- Public access
- No
- Ice-out
- Apr 2
- Open water
- 236 days
Next lake in Hennepin County
Camelot Lake is a 182-acre productive, nutrient-rich eutrophic lake in Hennepin County, Minnesota with a maximum depth of 31 feet. Water quality is graded C based on 3 sampling years through 2021. Overall water quality is improving over recent sampling years. The lake supports 8 documented fish species including black crappie, bluegill, and brown bullhead. No public access — the lake is private or restricted. Compared to the 80 other monitored lakes in Hennepin County, Camelot Lake ranks #11 for water quality.
Source: EPA Water Quality Portal sampling records, Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, last sampled 2021-10-11. Grade methodology: LakeGrade methodology.
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Swimming Safety
Grade onlyLimited data
Based on clarity and algae grades from past sampling — we do not hold live water temperature and a current cyanobacteria reading for this lake. Check your state or county health department before you swim.
Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality
Water Quality Grade: C (Fair)
Very murky, less than 1.3 ft of visibility. Phosphorus level: 75.2 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a: 6.1 µg/L. Trophic State Index: 63.
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 1.3 ft | Not graded |
| Phosphorus | 75.2 µg/L | Poor |
| Chlorophyll-a (Algae) | 6.1 µg/L | Good |
| Trophic State Index (TSI) | 63 | Eutrophic |
High nutrients, frequent algae, reduced clarity
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Water Temperature
Camelot Lake typically sits around 66°F at the surface in August. Summer average is about 67°F. Usually warmest in Jul (about 69°F) and coldest in Apr (about 51°F). These are typical values by month — not a live reading.
Typical surface water temperature by month, from 48 field readings (2019–2021) via the EPA Water Quality Portal.
Lake Details
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Depth | 31 ft |
| Surface Area | 182 acres |
| Shoreline Length | 3.2 mi |
| Littoral Zone | 78% |
| Public Access | No |
Fish Species
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Fishing Camelot Lake
Invasive & Introduced Species
Red chips are ecologically harmful invasive species. Gray chips are stocked or introduced fish that aren't a current ecological concern.
DNR Fisheries Survey Summary
4 surveys on file from MN DNR Fisheries. Most recent: 2023-08-15 (Targeted Survey).
Top Species by Catch Rate
| Species | Avg CPUE | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Black Bullhead | 76.64 | 0.2 lb |
| Bluegill | 61.79 | 0.17 lb |
| Black Crappie | 12.22 | 0.16 lb |
| Yellow Perch | 8.91 | 0.1 lb |
| Hybrid Sunfish | 5.98 | 0.18 lb |
| GOS | 5.95 | 0.16 lb |
CPUE = catch per unit effort, averaged across surveys (excludes juvenile shoreline seining). Higher CPUE = more abundant in standardized sampling.
Length Distributions
Number of fish caught at each inch class in the most recent survey that recorded lengths. Red dashed line marks an approximate trophy threshold for that species.
Bluegill
Black Crappie
Yellow Perch
Hybrid Sunfish
From the 2023-08-15 survey
Bass Lake is a 182-acre lake with a maximum depth of 31 feet. The lake is in the city of Plymouth in central Hennepin County. No public boat access exists, however limited shore fishing opportunities are available via the Timber Shores Park walking trails. A targeted survey (6 trap nets/2 gill nets) was completed on…
DNR Reports & Resources
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder publishes lake survey, fish stocking, water access, and aquatic plant data for Camelot Lake. 1 report on file.
These links open on the official state DNR websites (Wisconsin DNR survey PDFs · Minnesota DNR LakeFinder).
- —Fisheries Lake Survey — BassFisheries Lake Survey · MN DNR LakeFinder
Water Quality Trend: ↑ Improving
Based on 2 years of monitoring data (2020-2025).
| Metric | Trend | Change/Year | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Clarity | ↑ Improving | +1.43 m/yr | 2 |
| Phosphorus | ↑ Improving | -3.5 µg/L/yr | 2 |
| Chlorophyll-a | ↑ Improving | -0.9 µg/L/yr | 2 |
Ice Season
Historical ice data from Minnesota DNR (26 observations).
Estimated open water season: 236 days
| Earliest | Latest | |
|---|---|---|
| Ice-Out | 2024-03-03 (2024) | 2008-04-20 (2008) |
| Ice-In | 2018-11-13 (2018) | 2003-12-06 (2003) |
Most recent ice-out: 2026-03-27
County Ranking
Ranked #11 of 81 lakes in Hennepin County
Nearby Lakes With Higher Grades
Camelot Lake holds Grade C. 2 nearby lakes hold higher nutrient-and-algae grades — useful for a swim day, not a reason to skip lodging here.
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Frequently asked questions about Camelot Lake
What is the water quality grade for Camelot Lake?
- Camelot Lake in Hennepin County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Water clarity: 1.3 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 75.2 µg/L. Chlorophyll-a (algae): 6.1 µg/L. Maximum depth: 31 ft. Surface area: 182.47 acres.
Is Camelot Lake safe to swim in?
- Generally safe for swimming, moderate water quality. Camelot Lake has a water quality grade of C (Fair). Algae concentration (chlorophyll-a) is 6.1 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
What is the water temperature of Camelot Lake?
- Camelot Lake typically sits around 66°F at the surface in August, from 48 EPA Water Quality Portal field readings (2019–2021). That is a typical value for the month, not a live reading.
How deep is Camelot Lake?
- Camelot Lake has a maximum depth of 31 feet. The lake covers 182.47 acres.
What fish are in Camelot Lake?
- Fish species found in Camelot Lake include black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, yellow perch. Camelot Lake is located in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
When does Camelot Lake thaw?
- Camelot Lake typically has ice-out around Apr 2. Ice typically forms around Nov 24. The open water season is approximately 236 days.
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Where this data comes from
65 measurements from 1 monitoring station, 2020–2021. Retrieved from the EPA Water Quality Portal on 2026-08-02.
Collected and reported by
- Minnesota Pollution Control Agency - Ambient Surface Water
MNPCA65 samples · 2020–2021
Analytical methods
- Field measurement/observation, generic method
- Phosphorus by Two Reagent Colorimetry
- 10200 H ~ Chlorophyll a-b-c Determination
- 4500 N C ~ Persufate Method for Total Nitrogen
Monitoring station identifiers (1)
Grade thresholds from the EPA National Lakes Assessment (EPA 841-R-24-006, Table 6-3), applied by ecoregion. See how grades are calculated and data sources.
Other records on this page
Lake details from Minnesota DNR LakeFinder
Ice data from Minnesota DNR Climate