Access Site
MN
Stundabecks Bay
City: Melrose, MN
County: Stearns County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.75944394, -94.74242189
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Ashley Creek near Sauk Centre, MN
7.2 mi away
Long Prairie River at Long Prairie, MN
10 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Stundabecks Bay provides public boat access to Big Birch Lake, a scenic 2,107-acre lake in Melrose, Stearns County. The access features a gravel/dirt ramp suitable for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats up to 12–18 feet. With a maximum depth of 81 feet, Big Birch Lake offers good conditions for a variety of paddling and boating activities, making this a practical launch point for exploring the lake.
The site is free to use (no launch fees apply unless within a park requiring a vehicle permit). Paddlers should be prepared for gravel/dirt ramp conditions and plan accordingly based on water levels and seasonal changes. For current access status, facility updates, or other details, check the Minnesota DNR's Lake Finder tool.
The site is free to use (no launch fees apply unless within a park requiring a vehicle permit). Paddlers should be prepared for gravel/dirt ramp conditions and plan accordingly based on water levels and seasonal changes. For current access status, facility updates, or other details, check the Minnesota DNR's Lake Finder tool.