Stingy Lake
About Stingy Lake
Stingy Lake is a 361-acre lake near Nashwauk in Itasca County, Minnesota. It reaches 25 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 5.4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Stingy Lake
- 361 acres, up to 25 feet deep, near Nashwauk
- 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
- Average water clarity around 5.4 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 361 acres
- Max depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 5.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 207 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
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 8
- Stocked
- Yes
- 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 Stingy Lake?
Stingy Lake is in Itasca County, Minnesota, near Nashwauk. It covers 361 acres and reaches 25 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Stingy Lake?
Stingy Lake covers 361 acres with about 4.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 25 feet.
What fish can you catch at Stingy Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Stingy Lake?
Yes. Stingy Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Stingy Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Stingy 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 Stingy Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Stingy Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.