Big Stone

Big Stone County · Near Ortonville · DOW 06015200

11,984 ac

Surface Area

16 ft

Max Depth

7.4 ft

Water Clarity

120 mi

Shoreline

14 Public Accesses

This lake has 14 public access points for launching watercraft or shore fishing.

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Fishing Forecast

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Highlights

One of Minnesota's largest lakes at 11,984 acres with plenty of open water, big waves on windy days, and room to spread out

Clear water with good visibility, nice for swimming and watching fish off the dock

Excellent fishing diversity with Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Walleye all present

14 public boat launches, so you'll have options even on busy weekends

120 miles of shoreline with plenty of bays and points to discover

Fishing

Walleye

Nearby Lakes

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Swenson

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204 ac0 ft

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Clinton Kid's Fishing Pond

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Big Stone is a 11,984-acre lake located in Big Stone County, Minnesota near Ortonville. It has a maximum depth of 16 feet and a mean depth of 11 feet. Known for Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, White Bass, Channel Catfish. Last surveyed by MN DNR in 2025.