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Lake Information for Big Stone Lake


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Description: 

Big Stone Lake is a 11,983 acre lake located on the border of Minnesota and South Dakota. It is the source of the Minnesota River.

Facilities and Parks: 

There are numerous boat ramps located in each state.

Fishing Description: 

The lake is primarily managed for walleye and yellow perch, with secondary management objectives being directed at sunfish, northern pike, largemouth bass, and channel catfish species. Other species include white bass, white sucker, and black crappie.

Fish: 
Channel Catfish
Fish: 
Crappie
Fish: 
Largemouth Bass
Fish: 
Sucker
Fish: 
Sunfish
Fish: 
Walleye
Fish: 
White Bass
Fish: 
Catfish Family
Optional Information
Maximum depth: 
16ft
Surface area: 
11983.00
Name: 
Big Stone Lake
Lake type: 
reservoir
State: 
Minnesota

Businesses Located Nearby

Bait & Tackle

    Bud's Bait
  • 748 2nd St Se - Ortonville, MN
  • (320) 839-2480

Boat Rental

    Big Stone Bait & Marine Repair
  • 33 River St - Ortonville, MN
  • (320) 839-3449

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