Mustinka River Flowage
About Mustinka River Flowage
Mustinka River Flowage is a 91-acre reservoir near Norcross in Grant County, Minnesota. It reaches 10 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 4 feet, and has roughly 3 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 1.1 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 8 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, and bluegill. 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 2018.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the city.
Plan Your Visit to Mustinka River Flowage
- 91 acres, up to 10 feet deep, near Norcross
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the city
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 1.1 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- city
Conditions
- Surface area
- 91 acres
- Max depth
- 10 ft
- Average depth
- 4 ft
- Shoreline
- 3 mi
- Water clarity
- 1.1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 91 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 (gravel or earth)
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
- 8
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2018
- 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 Mustinka River Flowage?
Mustinka River Flowage is in Grant County, Minnesota, near Norcross. It covers 91 acres and reaches 10 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Mustinka River Flowage?
Mustinka River Flowage covers 91 acres with about 3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 10 feet and its average depth is about 4 feet.
What fish can you catch at Mustinka River Flowage?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, and Bluegill. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Mustinka River Flowage?
Yes. Mustinka River Flowage has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the city. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Mustinka River Flowage?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Mustinka River Flowage. 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 Mustinka River Flowage stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Mustinka River Flowage; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.