Huntington Mine
About Huntington Mine
Huntington Mine is a 106-acre mine pit lake near Crosby in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It reaches 258 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 38.5 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, and rainbow trout. 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 2012.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. Old Iron Camp is mapped close to the shoreline for overnight stays. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Huntington Mine
- 106 acres, up to 258 feet deep, near Crosby
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, and rainbow trout
- Average water clarity around 38.5 feet — very clear
- Camping close to the water at Old Iron Camp
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 106 acres
- Max depth
- 258 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 38.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 14 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
- A trout and salmon stamp is required to fish designated trout lakes or to keep trout
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- 1 carry-in access
- Camping: Old Iron Camp
Best For
- Lakeside camping
- Quiet paddling
- Mine pit lakes drop off steeply right from shore and stay cold at depth
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 7
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2012
- 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.
Camping & Reservations
Old Iron Camp is mapped on or near Huntington Mine. Minnesota state park sites are booked through the DNR reservation system, national forest campgrounds through Recreation.gov, and most state forest campgrounds are first-come, first-served.
Campground locations © OpenStreetMap contributors. Confirm details with the operator.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Huntington Mine?
Huntington Mine is in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Crosby. It covers 106 acres and reaches 258 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Huntington Mine?
Huntington Mine covers 106 acres with about 3.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 258 feet.
What fish can you catch at Huntington Mine?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Rainbow Trout. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Huntington Mine?
Yes. Huntington Mine has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Huntington Mine?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Huntington Mine. 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 Huntington Mine stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Huntington Mine; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Can you camp at Huntington Mine?
Yes. Old Iron Camp is mapped on or near the shore. Confirm whether sites are reservable or first-come, first-served before you go.
Does Huntington Mine have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Huntington Mine as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.