Green Water Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Pine Point. DNR lake ID 03013400.
Green Water Lake is a 73.6-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Pine Point. Its deepest point reaches 57 ft, and about 22% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03013400 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Pine Point |
| Surface area | 73.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 57 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 22% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.0 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 17.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.6 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 11.0 ft, phosphorus 17.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.6 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Green Water Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Green Water Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1987 (39 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | gill | 8.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.88 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 23.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.75 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 92.5 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 2.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 8.5 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.5 | n/a |
| Rock bass | trap | 15.62 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 24.62 | n/a |
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Mud Lake 2.5 mi, Becker County
- Ice Cracking Lake 2.7 mi, Becker County
- Shell Lake 3.5 mi, Becker County
- Big Rush Lake 3.5 mi, Becker County
- Island Lake 4.1 mi, Becker County
- Round Lake 4.3 mi, Becker County
- Dumbbell Lake 4.6 mi, Becker County
- Bush Lake 4.8 mi, Becker County
Questions about Green Water Lake
How deep is Green Water Lake?
Green Water Lake reaches a maximum depth of 57 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 22% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Green Water Lake?
Green Water Lake covers about 73.6 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Green Water Lake?
Summer water clarity on Green Water Lake averages 11.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Green Water Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Green Water Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Are there lake homes for sale on Green Water Lake?
Homes on Green Water Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Green Water Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Green Water Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 22% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Green Water Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Green Water Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Green Water Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Becker County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1987), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.