South Sunrise Pool
About South Sunrise Pool
South Sunrise Pool is a 299-acre river pool near Stacy in Chisago County, Minnesota. It reaches 7 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 8.9 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 1998.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to South Sunrise Pool
- 299 acres, up to 7 feet deep, near Stacy
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 299 acres
- Max depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.9 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 299 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 (concrete)
- Current, barge traffic and changing water levels make this different from a still lake
- 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
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 1998
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- No
- 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 South Sunrise Pool?
South Sunrise Pool is in Chisago County, Minnesota, near Stacy. It covers 299 acres and reaches 7 feet deep.
How big and how deep is South Sunrise Pool?
South Sunrise Pool covers 299 acres with about 8.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at South Sunrise Pool?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on South Sunrise Pool?
Yes. South Sunrise Pool has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at South Sunrise Pool?
There is no mapped public swim beach at South Sunrise Pool. 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 South Sunrise Pool stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for South Sunrise Pool; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.