Lower Spunk Lake
About Lower Spunk Lake
Lower Spunk Lake is a 179-acre lake near Avon in Stearns County, Minnesota. It reaches 28 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 5 feet, and has roughly 3.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.8 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 13 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2023.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. OpenStreetMap shows Avon Beach on or beside the lake. The lake is listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 9, based on 10 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Lower Spunk Lake
- 179 acres, up to 28 feet deep, near Avon
- 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 8.8 feet
- Swim beach on or beside the lake (Avon Beach)
- Listed as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil — 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
- 179 acres
- Max depth
- 28 ft
- Average depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.8 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 129 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)
- Swim beach: Avon Beach
- Picnic area
Best For
- Swimming and beach days
- 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
- 13
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2023
- 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.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 9
- Years of record
- 10
- Earliest
- April 1, 2026
- Latest
- May 2, 2018
- Most recent
- April 1, 2026
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lower Spunk Lake?
Lower Spunk Lake is in Stearns County, Minnesota, near Avon. It covers 179 acres and reaches 28 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Lower Spunk Lake?
Lower Spunk Lake covers 179 acres with about 3.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 28 feet and its average depth is about 5 feet.
What fish can you catch at Lower Spunk Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Lower Spunk Lake?
Yes. Lower Spunk Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Lower Spunk Lake?
Yes. A swim beach is mapped on or beside the lake (Avon Beach). Most Minnesota beaches have no lifeguard, so swim at your own risk and check for beach advisories.
Is Lower Spunk Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Lower Spunk Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
When does the ice go out on Lower Spunk Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 9, from 10 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is April 1, 2026 and the latest is May 2, 2018.
Does Lower Spunk Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Lower Spunk Lake as infested with Eurasian watermilfoil. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.