West Sturgeon Lake
About West Sturgeon Lake
West Sturgeon Lake is an 117-acre lake near Chisholm in St. Louis County, Minnesota. It reaches 31 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 4.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2016.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to West Sturgeon Lake
- 117 acres, up to 31 feet deep, near Chisholm
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 4.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Permit or fee required
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 117 acres
- Max depth
- 31 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.2 mi
- Water clarity
- 4.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 42 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
- Recorded accesses require a permit or fee
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
- 12
- Game fish
- 8
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2016
- 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 West Sturgeon Lake?
West Sturgeon Lake is in St. Louis County, Minnesota, near Chisholm. It covers 117 acres and reaches 31 feet deep.
How big and how deep is West Sturgeon Lake?
West Sturgeon Lake covers 117 acres with about 2.2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 31 feet.
What fish can you catch at West Sturgeon Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, 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 West Sturgeon Lake?
Yes. West Sturgeon Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at West Sturgeon Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at West Sturgeon 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 West Sturgeon Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for West Sturgeon Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.