Kalla Lake
About Kalla Lake
Kalla Lake is a 106-acre lake near Avon in Stearns County, Minnesota. It reaches 48 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 19 feet, and has roughly 2 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 11.1 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2010.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Kalla Lake
- 106 acres, up to 48 feet deep, near Avon
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 11.1 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 106 acres
- Max depth
- 48 ft
- Average depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 2 mi
- Water clarity
- 11.1 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 41 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
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- 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
- 6
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2010
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
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 Kalla Lake?
Kalla Lake is in Stearns County, Minnesota, near Avon. It covers 106 acres and reaches 48 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Kalla Lake?
Kalla Lake covers 106 acres with about 2 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 48 feet and its average depth is about 19 feet.
What fish can you catch at Kalla Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Kalla Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Kalla Lake.
Can you swim at Kalla Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Kalla 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 Kalla Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Kalla Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.