Big Stone NWR East Pool
About Big Stone NWR East Pool
Big Stone NWR East Pool is a 1,286-acre river pool near Odessa in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota. It has roughly 16.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 2.4 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 6 fish species here, including walleye, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and white bass. 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 2013.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Big Stone NWR East Pool
- 1,286 acres, near Odessa
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, largemouth bass, yellow perch, and white bass
- Average water clarity around 2.4 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,286 acres
- Shoreline
- 16.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 2.4 ft
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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Low-clarity lakes are prone to summer algae blooms; keep dogs out of green, scummy water
- Current, barge traffic and changing water levels make this different from a still lake
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 6
- Game fish
- 4
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2013
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- No
- Boat launch
- No
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 Big Stone NWR East Pool?
Big Stone NWR East Pool is in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, near Odessa. It covers 1,286 acres.
How big and how deep is Big Stone NWR East Pool?
Big Stone NWR East Pool covers 1,286 acres with about 16.8 miles of shoreline. The DNR has no depth on record.
What fish can you catch at Big Stone NWR East Pool?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, and White Bass. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Big Stone NWR East Pool?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Big Stone NWR East Pool.
Can you swim at Big Stone NWR East Pool?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Big Stone NWR East Pool. 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 Big Stone NWR East Pool stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Big Stone NWR East Pool; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.