Peavy Lake
Morrison County, Minnesota, near Sullivan. DNR lake ID 49000500.
Peavy Lake is a 140.5-acre lake in Morrison County, Minnesota, near Sullivan. Its deepest point reaches 63 ft, and about 32% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.0 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 | 49000500 |
|---|---|
| County | Morrison County, near Sullivan |
| Surface area | 140.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 63 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 32% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.0 ft through 2022 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 23.4 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.2 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 2022: clarity 14.0 ft, phosphorus 23.4 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Peavy Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Peavy Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 1.67 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.5 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Bluegill | gill | 4.67 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 22.0 in (2012), Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2017), Northern pike 32.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Bowfin, 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
- Peavy Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. 2.75 miles South of Richardson's Corner on Morrison Co. Rd. #8, then 1.75 miles East and North on Richardson Township Road. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Long Lake 1.9 mi, Morrison County
- Hannah Lake 2.2 mi, Morrison County
- Bulldog Lake 3.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Sullivan Lake 3.1 mi, Morrison County
- Platte Lake 3.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rock Lake 3.2 mi, Crow Wing County
- Round Lake 4.7 mi, Morrison County
- Twenty Two Lake 4.9 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Peavy Lake
How deep is Peavy Lake?
Peavy Lake reaches a maximum depth of 63 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 32% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Peavy Lake?
Peavy Lake covers about 140.5 acres in Morrison County, Minnesota.
How clear is Peavy Lake?
Summer water clarity on Peavy Lake averages 14.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Peavy Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Peavy 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 Peavy Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, bowfin in Peavy Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Peavy Lake?
Peavy Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Peavy Lake.
How is the walleye population on Peavy Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1994 to 2012, walleye numbers on Peavy Lake ran mostly below 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 Peavy Lake?
Homes on Peavy 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 Peavy Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Peavy Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 32% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Peavy Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Peavy Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Peavy Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Morrison County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2017), 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.