Big Stony Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29014300.
Big Stony Lake is a 343.4-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 24 ft, and about 65% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29014300 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 343.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 24 ft |
| Mean depth | 10.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 65% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.3 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 12.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.2 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 10.3 ft, phosphorus 12.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Big Stony Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Big Stony Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2022 (4 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 | gill | 7.56 | 1.2 to 5.3 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.38 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 2.11 | 2.3 to 9.2 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.62 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.67 | 3.7 to 28.4 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.11 | 0.8 to 8.4 |
| Black crappie | trap | 8.25 | 0.9 to 8.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.78 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 18.25 | 5.9 to 43.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.22 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.88 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.62 | 1.5 to 9.1 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.12 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 27.0 in (2022), Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2022), Walleye 23.0 in (2022).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black 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
- Stony Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 10 trailer spaces. From Hubbard, 3 mi E on Mn Hwy 87, then 1 mi N on Cnty Rd 11, then 1 mi E on Twp Rd, then .4 mi N on Twp Rd to SW shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Fourth Crow Wing Lake 2.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Third Crow Wing Lake 3.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Fifth Crow Wing Lake 3.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Second Crow Wing Lake 3.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Peysenske Lake 3.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Long Lake 3.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Island Lake 3.9 mi, Hubbard County
- Palmer Lake 4.1 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Big Stony Lake
How deep is Big Stony Lake?
Big Stony Lake reaches a maximum depth of 24 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 65% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Big Stony Lake?
Big Stony Lake covers about 343.4 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Big Stony Lake?
Summer water clarity on Big Stony Lake averages 10.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Big Stony Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Big Stony 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 Big Stony Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, white sucker in Big Stony Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2022.
Where is the public boat access on Big Stony Lake?
Big Stony Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Stony Lake.
How is the walleye population on Big Stony Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1992 to 2022, walleye numbers on Big Stony Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Big Stony Lake?
Homes on Big Stony 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 Big Stony Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Big Stony Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 65% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Big Stony Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Big Stony Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Big Stony Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Hubbard County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2022), 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.