Stanchfield Lake
About Stanchfield Lake
Stanchfield Lake is an 116-acre lake near Pillager in Morrison County, Minnesota. It reaches 32 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 19 feet, and has roughly 3.1 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 5 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2021.
There is one public boat launch (gravel or earth surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Stanchfield Lake
- 116 acres, up to 32 feet deep, near Pillager
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and yellow perch
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 116 acres
- Max depth
- 32 ft
- Average depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 17 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 5
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2021
- 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 Stanchfield Lake?
Stanchfield Lake is in Morrison County, Minnesota, near Pillager. It covers 116 acres and reaches 32 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Stanchfield Lake?
Stanchfield Lake covers 116 acres with about 3.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 32 feet and its average depth is about 19 feet.
What fish can you catch at Stanchfield Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Stanchfield Lake?
Yes. Stanchfield Lake has 1 public boat launch (gravel or earth), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Stanchfield Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Stanchfield 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 Stanchfield Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Stanchfield Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.