Stony Lake
About Stony Lake
Stony Lake is a 249-acre lake near Happy Wanderer in Lake County, Minnesota. It reaches 4 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 10.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 3.5 feet, so expect stained or algae-tinted water in summer.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
Public access is carry-in only — plan on a canoe, kayak or small boat you can hand-launch.
Plan Your Visit to Stony Lake
- 249 acres, up to 4 feet deep, near Happy Wanderer
- Carry-in access only — bring a boat you can hand-launch unless you confirm a ramp
- Average water clarity around 3.5 feet — expect green or stained water by midsummer
Access & Fees
- Public access
- Carry-in access only
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 249 acres
- Max depth
- 4 ft
- Shoreline
- 10.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 3.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 249 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 carry-in access
- 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
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Stony Lake?
Stony Lake is in Lake County, Minnesota, near Happy Wanderer. It covers 249 acres and reaches 4 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Stony Lake?
Stony Lake covers 249 acres with about 10.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 4 feet.
What fish can you catch at Stony Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Stony Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Stony Lake?
Public access is on record, but not a trailer ramp: carry-in access only.
Can you swim at Stony Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Stony 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.