Bean Lake
About Bean Lake
Bean Lake is a 164-acre lake near Storden in Cottonwood County, Minnesota. It reaches 12 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.7 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, pumpkinseed, 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 2020.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Bean Lake
- 164 acres, up to 12 feet deep, near Storden
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 1.7 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 164 acres
- Max depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 162 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)
Best For
- 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
- 10
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2020
- 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 Bean Lake?
Bean Lake is in Cottonwood County, Minnesota, near Storden. It covers 164 acres and reaches 12 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Bean Lake?
Bean Lake covers 164 acres with about 1.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Bean Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, 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 Bean Lake?
Yes. Bean Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Bean Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Bean 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 Bean Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Bean Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.