Round Grove Lake
About Round Grove Lake
Round Grove Lake is a 296-acre lake near Stewart (McLeod) in McLeod County, Minnesota. It reaches 7 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.3 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 7 fish species here, including walleye and black crappie. 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 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Round Grove Lake
- 296 acres, up to 7 feet deep, near Stewart (McLeod)
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye and black crappie
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 296 acres
- Max depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.3 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 296 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)
- 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
- 2
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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 Round Grove Lake?
Round Grove Lake is in McLeod County, Minnesota, near Stewart (McLeod). It covers 296 acres and reaches 7 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Round Grove Lake?
Round Grove Lake covers 296 acres with about 4.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 7 feet.
What fish can you catch at Round Grove Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye and Black Crappie. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Round Grove Lake?
Yes. Round Grove Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Round Grove Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Round Grove 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 Round Grove Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Round Grove Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.