Kinney Lake
About Kinney Lake
Kinney Lake is a 45-acre lake near Kinney in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 160 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 1.4 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 17.7 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 6 fish species here, including walleye, yellow perch, and rainbow trout. 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 2024.
There is one public boat launch (asphalt surface).
Plan Your Visit to Kinney Lake
- 45 acres, up to 160 feet deep, near Kinney
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt)
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, yellow perch, and rainbow trout
- Average water clarity around 17.7 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
Conditions
- Surface area
- 45 acres
- Max depth
- 160 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.4 mi
- Water clarity
- 17.7 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 7 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
- A trout and salmon stamp is required to fish designated trout lakes or to keep trout
Facilities
- 1 public boat launch (asphalt)
Best For
- Quiet paddling
- 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
- 3
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2024
- 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 Kinney Lake?
Kinney Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Kinney. It covers 45 acres and reaches 160 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Kinney Lake?
Kinney Lake covers 45 acres with about 1.4 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 160 feet.
What fish can you catch at Kinney Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Yellow Perch, and Rainbow Trout. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Kinney Lake?
Yes. Kinney Lake has 1 public boat launch (asphalt). DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Kinney Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Kinney 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 Kinney Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Kinney Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.