Artichoke Lake
About Artichoke Lake
Artichoke Lake is a 1,971-acre lake near Correll in Big Stone County, Minnesota. It reaches 16 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 20.7 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 3 among the 12 Big Stone County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.8 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There are 3 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR and township. Ice typically goes out around April 7, based on 43 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Artichoke Lake
- 1,971 acres, up to 16 feet deep, near Correll
- 3 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR and township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 2.8 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR, township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,971 acres
- Max depth
- 16 ft
- Shoreline
- 20.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 1,970 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 3 public boat launches (concrete)
- Fishing pier
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- Shore fishing from a pier
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 15
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- Yes
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 7
- Years of record
- 43
- Earliest
- March 13, 2024
- Latest
- May 8, 2013
- Most recent
- March 28, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Artichoke Lake?
Artichoke Lake is in Big Stone County, Minnesota, near Correll. It covers 1,971 acres and reaches 16 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Artichoke Lake?
Artichoke Lake covers 1,971 acres with about 20.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 16 feet.
What fish can you catch at Artichoke Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Channel Catfish, and White Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Artichoke Lake?
Yes. Artichoke Lake has 3 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR and township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Artichoke Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Artichoke Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Artichoke Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Artichoke Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
When does the ice go out on Artichoke Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 7, from 43 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 13, 2024 and the latest is May 8, 2013.