Marsh
About Marsh
Marsh is a 4,462-acre lake near Correll in Big Stone County, Minnesota. It reaches 5 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 3 feet, and has roughly 52.4 miles of shoreline. By surface area it ranks No. 2 among the 12 Big Stone County lakes in this directory. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 0.9 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 21 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill. 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 4 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Marsh
- 4,462 acres, up to 5 feet deep, near Correll
- 4 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, white crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 0.9 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 4,462 acres
- Max depth
- 5 ft
- Average depth
- 3 ft
- Shoreline
- 52.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 0.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 4,428 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
- 4 public boat launches (concrete)
- 1 carry-in access
Best For
- Walleye fishing
- Ice fishing
- 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
- 21
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Marsh?
Marsh is in Big Stone County, Minnesota, near Correll. It covers 4,462 acres and reaches 5 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Marsh?
Marsh covers 4,462 acres with about 52.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 5 feet and its average depth is about 3 feet.
What fish can you catch at Marsh?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, White 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 Marsh?
Yes. Marsh has 4 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Marsh?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Marsh. 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 Marsh stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Marsh; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.