Limestone Lake
About Limestone Lake
Limestone Lake is a 234-acre lake near Clearwater in Wright County, Minnesota. It reaches 34 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 12 feet, and has roughly 5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.3 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 2017.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving.
Plan Your Visit to Limestone Lake
- 234 acres, up to 34 feet deep, near Clearwater
- 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 8.3 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — 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
- 234 acres
- Max depth
- 34 ft
- Average depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 5 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.3 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 101 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)
Best For
- 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
- 2017
- 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 Limestone Lake?
Limestone Lake is in Wright County, Minnesota, near Clearwater. It covers 234 acres and reaches 34 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Limestone Lake?
Limestone Lake covers 234 acres with about 5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 34 feet and its average depth is about 12 feet.
What fish can you catch at Limestone 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 Limestone Lake?
Yes. Limestone Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Limestone Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Limestone 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 Limestone Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Limestone Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Does Limestone Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Limestone Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.