Adney Lake
About Adney Lake
Adney Lake is a 310-acre lake near Cross Lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 27 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.9 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Adney Lake
- 310 acres, up to 27 feet deep, near Cross Lake
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 17 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 310 acres
- Max depth
- 27 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.9 mi
- Water clarity
- 17 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 157 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
- Northern Pike fishing
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 12
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 Adney Lake?
Adney Lake is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. It covers 310 acres and reaches 27 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Adney Lake?
Adney Lake covers 310 acres with about 2.9 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 27 feet.
What fish can you catch at Adney Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Adney Lake?
Yes. Adney Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Adney Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Adney 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 Adney Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Adney Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.