North Rothwell Lake
About North Rothwell Lake
North Rothwell Lake is a 297-acre lake near Clinton in Big Stone County, Minnesota. It reaches 13 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 4 fish species here, including walleye and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2000.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to North Rothwell Lake
- 297 acres, up to 13 feet deep, near Clinton
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye and yellow perch
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 297 acres
- Max depth
- 13 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 297 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
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 4
- Game fish
- 2
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2000
- 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 North Rothwell Lake?
North Rothwell Lake is in Big Stone County, Minnesota, near Clinton. It covers 297 acres and reaches 13 feet deep.
How big and how deep is North Rothwell Lake?
North Rothwell Lake covers 297 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 13 feet.
What fish can you catch at North Rothwell Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on North Rothwell Lake?
Yes. North Rothwell Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at North Rothwell Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at North Rothwell 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 North Rothwell Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for North Rothwell Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.