Underwater Minnesota

Perch Lake

While not technically a “Minnesota” lake, Perch Lake is near the border across the St. Croix River from Stillwater, MN.

 

Visibility in this spring-fed lake ranges from 4 to 20 feet depending on runoff.  The depth in the lake can exceed 60 feet, but most of the best diving is in the shallower depths along the weed line.

 

Several platforms and other interesting items exist on the bottom to explore.

 

 

Directions to Perch Lake

 

From the metro area, follow Hwy 36 to Stillwater.  Go through downtown Stillwater and take Hwy 64 east over the bridge into Wisconsin.  After crossing the bridge, take County Hwy E east for four miles to Perch Lake Road.  Go north on Perch Lake Road 3/4 mile to the county park.

 

Dive Location :  County Park on north shore of lake

Depth : average 20 feet, Max 60 feet

Visibility : averages 6-10 feet

Diving Summary

Diver at Perch Lake

One of the platforms in Perch Lake

Bomb casing on the bottom

“Gas station” sign in Perch Lake