Fishing at Thornton Lake, Minnesota

165-acre lake · County · 0 species stocked

Thornton Lake sits at 0 feet — low-elevation, warmer-water in County, Minnesota, covering 165 acres of lake water. It's been an active stocking water since at least 0, and the recent records below tell you what's been planted and when.

Stocking Reports

No public stocking events are recorded for Thornton Lake in our dataset. This doesn't necessarily mean the lake hasn't been stocked — check directly with Minnesota's fish and wildlife agency.

Best Time to Fish Thornton Lake

Stocking records for Thornton Lake are limited. Reach out to the state fish and wildlife agency for current management plans.

Nearby Lakes

Other stocked waters within ~75 miles of Thornton Lake:

• Thornton — 0.0 mi (161 ac)
• Sunset — 1.4 mi (221 ac)
• Shirt Lake — 2.2 mi (222 ac)
• Shirt — 2.2 mi (231 ac)
• Farm Island Lake — 2.3 mi (1,972 ac)
• Farm Island — 2.4 mi (2,005 ac)
• Little Pine — 2.5 mi (226 ac)
• Hamlet Lake — 3.0 mi (295 ac)

Fishing Regulations

A valid Minnesota fishing license is required at Thornton Lake. Buy one online and check current regulations at the Minnesota DNR. Always confirm seasonal closures, size limits, and creel limits before fishing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish are stocked in Thornton Lake?

No species are recorded as stocked in our dataset for Thornton Lake.

Do I need a fishing license for Thornton Lake?

Yes — a valid Minnesota fishing license is required. Purchase one online from the Minnesota DNR.