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Bald Eagle Lake is a lake in Minnesota. At around 1,050 acres (about 2 square miles), it is a mid-sized waterbody. Research-grade observations nearby include Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Black Crappie. Other waters in the region include White Bear Lake, Bde Maka Ska, and Lake Harriet. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Bald Eagle Lake so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 2:18 AM CDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best excellent fishing window, averaging 91/100 across these hours. Wind 5 mph from the east-southeast. Dawn hours (06:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 49° | 48° | 48° | 48° | 48° | 47° | 48° | 51° | 56° | 59° | 64° | 66° | 68° | 70° | 71° | 70° | 70° | 67° | 64° | 64° | 62° | 61° | 61° | 61° |
| Wind (kts) | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 9 | 13 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Direction | — | — | S | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE | SE |
| Gusts (kts) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 19 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 21 | 20 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 0% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 2 AM CDT | 49°F | Calm | 2 mph | 0% | 24% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 3 AM CDT | 48°F | Calm | 4 mph | 0% | 25% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 4 AM CDT | 48°F | 5 mph SSE (158°) | 5 mph | 0% | 24% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM CDT | 48°F | 5 mph SE (135°) | 7 mph | 0% | 24% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM CDT | 48°F | 5 mph ESE (113°) | 8 mph | 0% | 20% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM CDT | 47°F | 5 mph ESE (113°) | 10 mph | 1% | 24% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM CDT | 48°F | 5 mph ESE (113°) | 12 mph | 1% | 23% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM CDT | 51°F | 10 mph ESE (113°) | 14 mph | 1% | 34% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM CDT | 56°F | 10 mph ESE (113°) | 17 mph | 2% | 39% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM CDT | 59°F | 10 mph ESE (113°) | 18 mph | 1% | 39% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM CDT | 64°F | 10 mph SE (135°) | 21 mph | 2% | 39% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM CDT | 66°F | 10 mph SE (135°) | 21 mph | 2% | 32% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM CDT | 68°F | 15 mph SE (135°) | 22 mph | 2% | 22% | Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM CDT | 70°F | 10 mph SE (135°) | 22 mph | 1% | 16% | Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM CDT | 71°F | 15 mph SE (135°) | 22 mph | 1% | 12% | Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM CDT | 70°F | 10 mph SE (135°) | 22 mph | 1% | 15% | Sunny |
| Fri, 6 PM CDT | 70°F | 10 mph SE (135°) | 21 mph | 1% | 19% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 7 PM CDT | 67°F | 10 mph SE (135°) | 21 mph | 1% | 23% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 8 PM CDT | 64°F | 10 mph SE (135°) | 22 mph | 1% | 29% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM CDT | 64°F | 15 mph SE (135°) | 24 mph | 1% | 29% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM CDT | 62°F | 15 mph SE (135°) | 23 mph | 1% | 33% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM CDT | 61°F | 15 mph SE (135°) | 24 mph | 2% | 38% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM CDT | 61°F | 15 mph SE (135°) | 24 mph | 2% | 43% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM CDT | 61°F | 15 mph SE (135°) | 23 mph | 0% | 50% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 2 AM CDT | 61°F | 15 mph SSE (158°) | 23 mph | 0% | 44% | Partly Cloudy |
Official National Weather Service hourly forecast. Showing 10 of 25 hours. Wind arrows point the way the wind is blowing; the compass point and degrees show where it comes from.
| Period | Overnight October 9, 2026 | Friday October 9, 2026 | Friday Night October 9, 2026 | Saturday October 10, 2026 | Saturday Night October 10, 2026 | Sunday October 11, 2026 | Sunday Night October 11, 2026 | Columbus Day October 12, 2026 | Monday Night October 12, 2026 | Tuesday October 13, 2026 | Tuesday Night October 13, 2026 | Wednesday October 14, 2026 | Wednesday Night October 14, 2026 | Thursday October 15, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 47° | 71° | 60° | 84° | 67° | 81° | 62° | 70° | 52° | 62° | 47° | 62° | 51° | 62° |
| Wind | SSE 0 to 5 mph | SE 5 to 15 mph | SE 10 to 15 mph | S 15 to 20 mph | S 15 to 20 mph | S 10 to 15 mph | SSW 10 mph | NNW 10 mph | N 10 mph | N 5 to 10 mph | NE 5 mph | E 10 to 15 mph | SE 15 to 20 mph | SSW 15 mph |
| Gusts | 7 mph | 22 mph | 24 mph | 35 mph | 35 mph | 21 mph | 17 mph | 17 mph | 18 mph | 15 mph | 10 mph | 25 mph | 24 mph | 30 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 2% | 2% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 6% | 17% | 17% | 4% | 13% | 47% | 61% | 55% |
| Forecast |
No active USGS or USACE telemetry gauge is currently mapped to Bald Eagle Lake. Not available from a verified source for this lake.
Nearby river temperature: 56.8°F at RICE CREEK BLW OLD HWY. 8 IN MOUNDS VIEW, MN (13.8 mi away) · Oct 9, 7:00 AM UTC
Good for fishing (87/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Measured water temperature 57°F from a representative gauge 13.8 mi away. Provisional data. Wind 0 mph from the northwest. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (72%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (99/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 0 mph from the northwest. Gusts to 7 mph. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility and conditions, verified water access. Confidence is moderate (84%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Fair for sailing (59/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: No active official alerts for this lake. Gusts exceed sustained wind by 7 mph, making the breeze puffy. Working against it: Wind 0 mph is light; expect limited sailing. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Good for kayaking (82/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 0 mph from the northwest. Gusts to 7 mph. Combined air and water temperature is 108°F (below the 120°F safety guideline). Thermal protection recommended for paddle craft. Confidence is high (90%).
No verified water temperature source exists for this lake, so a swimming comfort score is not shown.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of MN Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Bald Eagle Lake represents an essential recreational destination in MN, offering prime waters for watersports, fishing, and weekend outings. Its shoreline includes accessible boat ramps and public recreation areas overseen by state and local natural resource agencies. Practicing water safety and monitoring sudden wind shifts ensures an enjoyable day on the lake.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MNDNR) is required for anglers age 16+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Current motorized watercraft registration mandatory. Practice Clean, Drain & Dry protocols: drain all livewells and inspect props before launching. Life jackets required for all passengers.
Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Black Crappie. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.
Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.
Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.
Northern cold winter conditions with freezing air temperatures and potential surface ice formation. Ramps and water systems may be winterized. Confirm open status before visiting.
No external source rows are cited by the data currently shown on this page.
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Scores are heuristics, not safety guarantees. LakeRadar scores summarize available conditions and are not a substitute for official warnings, local rules, or on-water judgment.
All telemetry for Bald Eagle Lake is synchronized directly from authorized federal and state monitoring networks (USGS, NWS, NOAA, and state environmental authorities). Observations are strictly instrumented readings — unmonitored sensors are transparently disclosed rather than synthetic estimates.
Last source audit: Oct 9, 2:18 AM CDT