Stanchfield Lake
Morrison County, Minnesota, near Pillager. DNR lake ID 49011800.
Stanchfield Lake is a 116-acre lake in Morrison County, Minnesota, near Pillager. Its deepest point reaches 32 ft, and about 15% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 49011800 |
|---|---|
| County | Morrison County, near Pillager |
| Surface area | 116 acres |
| Maximum depth | 32 ft |
| Mean depth | 19.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 15% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.8 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 14.8 ft.
Fishing on Stanchfield Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2001 (25 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 | 14.67 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 5.67 | 1.9 to 19.1 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.33 | 0.7 to 3.6 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.44 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 53.22 | 2.9 to 41.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.11 | 0.4 to 2.0 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 9.0 in (2021), Northern pike 20.0 in (2021), Walleye 22.0 in (1995).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch.
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
- Stanchfield Lake: 1 gravel launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. 2 miles S of Motley on US Hwy. 10, then 3 miles E on Co Rd 28, then 4 miles S on Co Rd 2, then 1 mile E on Twp Rd to access entry road, then 1 mile N. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Round Lake 1.2 mi, Morrison County
- Placid Lake 3.2 mi, Morrison County
- Shamineau Lake 3.2 mi, Morrison County
- Crookneck Lake 3.9 mi, Morrison County
- Alexander Lake 4.0 mi, Morrison County
- Ham Lake 4.4 mi, Morrison County
- Lena Lake 4.8 mi, Morrison County
- Fish Trap Lake 5.5 mi, Morrison County
Questions about Stanchfield Lake
How deep is Stanchfield Lake?
Stanchfield Lake reaches a maximum depth of 32 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 15% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Stanchfield Lake?
Stanchfield Lake covers about 116 acres in Morrison County, Minnesota.
How clear is Stanchfield Lake?
Summer water clarity on Stanchfield Lake averages 14.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Stanchfield Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Stanchfield 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 Stanchfield Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch in Stanchfield Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2001.
Where is the public boat access on Stanchfield Lake?
Stanchfield Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Stanchfield Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Stanchfield Lake?
Homes on Stanchfield 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 Stanchfield Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Stanchfield Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 15% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Stanchfield Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Stanchfield Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Stanchfield 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 2001), 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.