Fishing at Keystone State Park

The 78-acre Keystone Lake has warm water and cold water fishing, with trout stockings throughout the year.

This activity or structure is ADA accessible. A fishing area by the spillway is ADA accessible.

Common species are:

Fishing is prohibited at the beach, boat launches, and mooring areas.

Keystone Lake is a Big Bass Lake and special regulations apply.

Ice Fishing

When conditions permit, ice fishing is permitted on the natural ice of the lake.

Ice thickness is not monitored.

Test ice thickness with an auger before recreating. Four inches of solid ice is the minimum recommended thickness for a single person. Seven inches of solid ice is the minimum recommended thickness for small group.
Always carry safety equipment and know how to use it.
Spread out. Crowds can put too much weight onto one area.
Be aware of changes in ice thickness across a body of water. Perimeter ice is weaker due to shifting, expansion and sunlight reflecting off of the bottom.
Avoid areas with protruding logs, brush, plants, and docks. These structures absorb heat, weakening the surrounding ice.
Avoid areas with multiple or intersecting cracks, and standing water over ice.
Venturing out on ice alone is not advisable. Take a friend along for fun and for safety.
Wear a PFD (life jacket).
Check the weather and plan accordingly. Several days with temperatures above freezing will weaken the ice.