Swenson Lake
About Swenson Lake
Swenson Lake is a 204-acre lake near Clinton in Big Stone County, Minnesota. It has roughly 2.9 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 5 fish species here, including walleye and black crappie. 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 2013.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the township.
Plan Your Visit to Swenson Lake
- 204 acres, near Clinton
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the township
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye and black crappie
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- township
Conditions
- Surface area
- 204 acres
- Shoreline
- 2.9 mi
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
- 5
- Game fish
- 2
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2013
- 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 Swenson Lake?
Swenson Lake is in Big Stone County, Minnesota, near Clinton. It covers 204 acres.
How big and how deep is Swenson Lake?
Swenson Lake covers 204 acres with about 2.9 miles of shoreline. The DNR has no depth on record.
What fish can you catch at Swenson Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye and Black Crappie. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Swenson Lake?
Yes. Swenson Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the township. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Swenson Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Swenson 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 Swenson Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Swenson Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.