The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Stump Lake
Nelson County, North Dakota · 15,700 acres (24.6 sq mi)
42°F water, level 1451 ft, windy Friday (16 mph SSE).
About Stump Lake
In Nelson County, North Dakota, Stump Lake covers 15,700 acres; it is a natural lake. Stump Lake rose dramatically in the late 20th century and now connects by spillway into the Devils Lake basin.
From end to end it runs about 8.1 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 33 miles. Its surface is about 1,450 ft above sea level. It reaches about 73 ft at its deepest, with an average depth near 30 ft. The nearest town, Lakota, is about 7.8 miles north. Grand Forks, the nearest city, is about 59 miles east.
- Size
- 15,700 acres (24.6 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 73 ft (average 30 ft)
- Shoreline
- About 33 miles
- End to end
- About 8.1 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,450 ft
- Type
- Natural lake
- County
- Nelson County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Fair
- 7:00 am – 9:15 amsunrise · wind 7 mph
- 3:15 pm – 5:15 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 16 mph
Saturday Fair
- 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 21 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in Stump Lake
Anglers come to Stump Lake for walleye, yellow perch and northern pike. At 42°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- GoodYellow perch
Schooled near weed edges and soft bottom.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
7-day trend: not enough daily readings yet.
Latest reading .
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:37 am · sunset 4:57 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Stump Lake
- Lakotaabout 7.8 mi north
- Devils Lakeabout 23 mi northwest
- Fort Tottenabout 24 mi west
- Cooperstownabout 30 mi south
- Grand Forksnearest city, about 59 mi east
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Questions about Stump Lake
What fish are in Stump Lake?
Stump Lake holds walleye, yellow perch and northern pike. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Stump Lake?
About 73 ft at the deepest point, about 30 ft on average. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Stump Lake?
15,700 acres, with about 33 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Stump Lake?
Lakota is about 7.8 miles north; Devils Lake is about 23 miles northwest.
What is the water temperature at Stump Lake today?
The surface was about 42°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Stump Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
