Adney Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. DNR lake ID 18022500.
Adney Lake is a 310.1-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Cross Lake. Its deepest point reaches 27 ft, and about 51% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18022500 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Cross Lake |
| Surface area | 310.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 27 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 51% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.3 ft through 2025 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 15.3 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Adney Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Adney Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2010 (16 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 21.25 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.56 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.25 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.78 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 18.33 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.11 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 11.67 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2010), Northern pike 36.0 in (2010).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Yellow bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
- Adney Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. 5 mi E of Crosslake on Co Rd 36, then 1 mi S on Co Rd 114, then 1.5 mi E & S on Fairfield Twp Rd. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Goggle Lake 0.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bass Lake 1.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Greer Lake 2.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Velvet Lake 2.6 mi, Crow Wing County
- Perry Lake 2.7 mi, Crow Wing County
- Dolney Lake 3.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Eastham Lake 3.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- O'Brien Lake 3.5 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Adney Lake
How deep is Adney Lake?
Adney Lake reaches a maximum depth of 27 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 51% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Adney Lake?
Adney Lake covers about 310.1 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Adney Lake?
Summer water clarity on Adney Lake averages 15.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Adney Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Adney Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Adney Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Adney Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2010.
Where is the public boat access on Adney Lake?
Adney Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Adney Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Adney Lake?
Homes on Adney Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Adney Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Adney Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 51% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Adney Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Adney Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Adney Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2010), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.