This small basin averages only 80 acres with a depth of eight to 10 feet. It is a fishing hot-spot for pugnacious Northern pike, scrappy yellow perch and sunfish. Where Stoneman Lake lacks in size, it makes up for with it's earthy unspoiled beauty, crisp fresh air, and productive fishing. Readily noticeable upon arrival are the sentinel-like cattail reeds that encircle the reservoir. The cattail reeds create limited access for fishing from shore.
Most anglers use canoes or small aluminum boats.
The pike and yellow perch, who are year-round residents, thrive in the weedy bulrush and milfoil. These same conditions make swimming difficult. There is only one shallow gravel launch at the northwest end of the lake. Boats are restricted to one single electric motor only. Canoes, cartoppers, and inflatables work well on this body of water.