Stalker Lake
About Stalker Lake
Stalker Lake is a 1,357-acre lake near Underwood in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 95 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 8.1 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 6.4 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 17 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 2022.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with flowering rush — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Stalker Lake
- 1,357 acres, up to 95 feet deep, near Underwood
- 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 6.4 feet
- Listed as infested with flowering rush — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,357 acres
- Max depth
- 95 ft
- Shoreline
- 8.1 mi
- Water clarity
- 6.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 575 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
- 17
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2022
- 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 Stalker Lake?
Stalker Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Underwood. It covers 1,357 acres and reaches 95 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Stalker Lake?
Stalker Lake covers 1,357 acres with about 8.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 95 feet.
What fish can you catch at Stalker Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Tullibee (Cisco), and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Stalker Lake?
Yes. Stalker Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Stalker Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Stalker 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 Stalker Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Stalker Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.
Does Stalker Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Stalker Lake as infested with flowering rush. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.