Silver Lake (Clay County, Minnesota)

Silver Lake is a small freshwater prairie lake in Northwestern Minnesota. It is located three miles (5 km) south of the town of Hawley.

Silver Lake
Location of Silver Lake in Minnesota, USA.
Location of Silver Lake in Minnesota, USA.
Silver Lake
Location of Silver Lake in Minnesota, USA.
Location of Silver Lake in Minnesota, USA.
Silver Lake
LocationClay County, Minnesota,
United States
Coordinates46°49′51″N 96°20′03″W / 46.8309°N 96.3341°W / 46.8309; -96.3341
TypeNatural
Basin countriesUnited States
Surface area114 acres (0.46 km2)
Max. depth39 ft (12 m)
Islands0
SettlementsHawley

The lake has one public access located off County Road 12 which includes a boat ramp, small grass beach. and parking for around 1 vehicles. Its proximity to the Fargo-Moorhead metro area and the lakes' area makes it attractive for recreational use. It sees relatively heavy use for activities such as fishing, swimming, and water sports. The lake contains several species of game fish including bluegill, northernpike, largemouth bass and walleye.

Silver Lake was named for its shiny surface.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Upham, Warren (1920). Minnesota Geographic Names: Their Origin and Historic Significance. Minnesota Historical Society. p. 120.
  • "Silver Lake". Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Retrieved May 24, 2007.