Juggler Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Ponsford. DNR lake ID 03013600.
Juggler Lake is a 428.5-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Ponsford. Its deepest point reaches 78 ft, and about 35% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 17.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03013600 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Ponsford |
| Surface area | 428.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 78 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 35% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 17.5 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 10.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2024) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2024: clarity 17.5 ft, phosphorus 10.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Juggler Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2024: steady.
Fishing on Juggler Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 1.0 | 1.0 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 10.78 | 2.2 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.89 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.33 | 1.5 to 13.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.56 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.22 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.22 | 0.5 to 2.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 26.78 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 28.56 | 7.7 to 43.4 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.56 | 0.5 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.4 to 1.5 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 2.0 | 0.2 to 1.6 |
| Rock bass | gill | 2.67 | 0.7 to 4.4 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.8 to 3.7 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 1.67 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 2.56 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 28.0 in (2017), Northern pike 36.0 in (2017), Smallmouth bass 19.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 14.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, White sucker.
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
- Juggler Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. 22 miles east of Waubun, 4 miles off MN Highway #113, on the southwest shore of Juggler Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bad Medicine Lake 2.9 mi, Becker County
- Pike Lake 3.2 mi, Becker County
- Elbow Lake 3.9 mi, Becker County
- Kneebone Lake 4.3 mi, Becker County
- Bass Lake 4.4 mi, Becker County
- Many Point Lake 5.2 mi, Becker County
- Wahbegon Lake 5.5 mi, Becker County
- Sockeye Lake 5.6 mi, Becker County
Questions about Juggler Lake
How deep is Juggler Lake?
Juggler Lake reaches a maximum depth of 78 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 35% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Juggler Lake?
Juggler Lake covers about 428.5 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Juggler Lake?
Summer water clarity on Juggler Lake averages 17.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Juggler Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Juggler 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.
What fish are in Juggler Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Juggler Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Juggler Lake?
Juggler Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Juggler Lake.
How is the walleye population on Juggler Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2017, walleye numbers on Juggler Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Juggler Lake?
Homes on Juggler 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 Juggler Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Juggler Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 35% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 17.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Juggler Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Juggler Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Juggler 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 2017), 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.