Stewart Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Swanburg. DNR lake ID 18036700.
Stewart Lake is a 234.3-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Swanburg. Its deepest point reaches 40 ft, and about 56% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 18036700 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Swanburg |
| Surface area | 234.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 40 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 56% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.4 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 9.4 ft.
Fishing on Stewart Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1993 (33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | trap | 0.8 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 7.67 | 2.0 to 8.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.8 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 13.4 | 7.9 to 37.7 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 4.8 | 1.1 to 4.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.67 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 1.8 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 13.0 in (1993), Northern pike 18.0 in (1993), Walleye 25.0 in (1993).
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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Blind Lake 2.4 mi, Cass County
- Louise Lake 3.3 mi, Cass County
- Jail Lake 4.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Clough Lake 4.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Arrowhead Lake 5.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Lizzie Lake 5.1 mi, Crow Wing County
- Bass Lake 5.7 mi, Cass County
- Big Trout Lake 5.8 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Stewart Lake
How deep is Stewart Lake?
Stewart Lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 56% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Stewart Lake?
Stewart Lake covers about 234.3 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Stewart Lake?
Summer water clarity on Stewart Lake averages 9.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Stewart Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Stewart 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Stewart Lake?
Homes on Stewart 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 Stewart Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Stewart Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 56% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Stewart Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Stewart Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Stewart 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 1993), 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.