Pickerel Lake - Albert Lea

Located in Freeborn County, Minnesota

Pickerel Lake is a 620-acre lake located in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Minneapolis is 103 miles north, and the Minnesota/Iowa border is roughly eight miles south.

The closest location for emergency care is the Mayo Clinic Health System, three miles north. The Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport is 98 miles north.

Large Lake Livin'

Pickerel Lake is the perfect place for those seeking a quintessential lake experience!

Whether you're out on the water cruising on your pontoon, enjoying high-speed watersports like waterskiing, tubing, and wakeboarding, or soaking up the sun on your dock, there's something for everyone here!

Fishing is another popular pastime here, with anglers reporting catches of black bullhead, various panfish, carp, northern pike, and channel catfish.

What's Nearby?

After a long day outdoors, grab a bite to eat at one of many nearby restaurants. Examples include Elbow Room, Thirsty Fox Pub & Grill, Grandma's Kitchen, and 112 on Broadway.

If you're looking to spend some time on the links, no worries, as the Wedgewood Cove Golf Club is on the shore of the lake. This all-inclusive golf club offers 18 beautiful holes of golf to play. There is also a restaurant, a club golfing league, and rental space for all types of events.

Visit Minneapolis

Minneapolis offers many attractions, such as the Minneapolis Institute of Art! Travel through 4,000 years of world history as you view more than 80,000 works of sculpture, photography, paintings, drawings, and prints.

The Mall of America offers great shopping and hosts over 40 million people annually. Nickelodeon Universe is an incredibly family-friendly amusement park in the mall and is split into two indoor amusement parks.

Another local favorite is the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. One of the crown jewels of the city’s park system, the garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry.

For outdoor recreation and scenic nature, check out Minnehaha Park. This is the oldest park in Minneapolis and boasts 193 acres, numerous scenic trails, limestone bluffs, a 53-foot waterfall, picnic pavilions, bike rentals, and an off-leash dog park.

After a long day of exploring the city, grab a bite to eat at one of the world-famous restaurants! Some local favorites include Spitz, Red Cow North Loop, Alma, and the Hen House Eatery.

Why Pickerel Lake?

If you're seeking a large lake nestled in a setting that feels more remote than it actually is, you've found the perfect match in Pickerel Lake!