Willow Lake
About Willow Lake
Willow Lake is a 156-acre lake near Kimball in Stearns County, Minnesota. It reaches 4 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.8 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
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 Willow Lake
- 156 acres, up to 4 feet deep, near Kimball
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 156 acres
- Max depth
- 4 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.8 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 156 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
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Willow Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Willow Lake?
Willow Lake is in Stearns County, Minnesota, near Kimball. It covers 156 acres and reaches 4 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Willow Lake?
Willow Lake covers 156 acres with about 2.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 4 feet.
What fish can you catch at Willow Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Willow Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Willow Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Willow Lake.
Can you swim at Willow Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Willow 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.