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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Stony, MN
- How big is Lake Stony?
- How deep is Lake Stony?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Stony?
- What are the closest cities to Lake Stony?
- Are there places to stay in the Lake Stony area?
- Are there bait or tackle shops near Lake Stony?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Stony?
- What is the average air temp for Lake Stony?
- Are there any state parks near Lake Stony?
How big is Lake Stony?
How deep is Lake Stony?
What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Stony?
Other fish species in the lake include Blacknose Shiner, Cisco (Tullibee), Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Logperch and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Lake Stony?
Are there places to stay in the Lake Stony area?
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Are there bait or tackle shops near Lake Stony?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Lake Stony?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Stony Lake is the middle basin in a chain of three lakes located between Brophy and Cowdry Lakes in Douglas County. None of basins have public landings, but anglers can utilize access sites on Cowdry and Brophy Lakes and navigate small watercraft throughout the chain of lakes via flowage channels. Large boats will be restricted by undersized road culverts. The lakes are relatively unique in that shoreline development is limited and much of the natural shoreline remains intact. Water quality and clarity are very good. Near-shore areas of each lake contain lush vegetative growth including bulrushes and water lilies. Habitat attributes comprise an ideal environment for northern pike, largemouth bass, and bluegill sunfish.
Over the past 20 years, northern pike populations have been stable, with little variation in abundance and size distribution. Gillnet catches averaged 6.8 per gillnet. Average size was about 20.0 inches, but individuals approaching 30.0 inches in length were recorded during the 2008 survey.
Bluegill are abundant and comprise most of total catch during netting surveys. Trapnet catches averaged 17.0 bluegill/net in 2008. Average length was 6.2 inches. A few 8.0 bluegill were captured, but these are old fish.
Navigation restrictions prevented utilization of electrofishing equipment to sample the largemouth bass population. Habitat is excellent and prior survey statistics have described a moderately abundant population. Growth is relatively slow. Most bass are 12.0 - 15.0 inches in length.
Yellow and black bullhead carry unique importance in terms of water quality. Yellow bullheads prefer and do best in lakes with good water quality, while an abundant black bullhead population is indicative of poor water quality conditions. Presently, the North Union/Stony/Lottie chain has a ratio of about 2:1 yellow to black bullheads. Black bullhead abundance can be projected to increase should cumulative pressures of land use, shoreline development, and recreational boating increase. Thoughtful, low-impact residential development practices and environmentally-sensitive surface water use will help to ensure the long-term sustainability of these quality lakes.
Those anglers without the advantage of boats can still enjoy fishing Brohpy, Stony, and North Union lakes. The Central Lakes Trail crosses portions of shorelines of these three lakes. They are a fairly short hike or bike ride from downtown Alexandria.
What is the average air temp for Lake Stony?
Are there any state parks near Lake Stony?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Lake Stony...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Lottie Lake | 0.5 mi | 46 | 31 ft |
| North Union Lake | 0.6 mi | 113 | 42 ft |
| Cowdry Lake | 0.7 mi | 243 | 52 ft |
| Lake Brophy | 0.8 mi | 293 | 44 ft |
| Lake Louise | 1.5 mi | 214 | 33 ft |
| Lake Darling | 1.7 mi | 1,050 | 62 ft |
| Lake Latoka | 2.3 mi | 767 | 108 ft |
| Lake Winona | 2.4 mi | 213 | 9 ft |
| Lake Henry | 2.5 mi | 152 | 32 ft |
| Lake Mina | 2.6 mi | 411 | 123 ft |
