Knutson Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Osage. DNR lake ID 03000400.
Knutson Lake is a 54-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Osage. Summer water clarity averages 3.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03000400 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Osage |
| Surface area | 54 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 3.0 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 2025: clarity 3.0 ft.
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
- Knutson Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. 5 miles south of Osage, off Co8unty Road 42, on the east shore of Knutson Lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Shipman Lake 1.3 mi, Becker County
- Brush Lake 1.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Blueberry Lake 1.9 mi, Becker County
- Lord Lake 5.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Moran Lake 5.8 mi, Hubbard County
- Hinds Lake 6.7 mi, Hubbard County
- Blueberry Lake 6.8 mi, Wadena County
- Straight Lake 6.9 mi, Becker County
Questions about Knutson Lake
How big is Knutson Lake?
Knutson Lake covers about 54 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Knutson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Knutson Lake averages 3.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Knutson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Knutson 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.
Where is the public boat access on Knutson Lake?
Knutson Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Knutson Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Knutson Lake?
Homes on Knutson 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 Knutson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Knutson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 3.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Knutson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Knutson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Knutson 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 not on record), 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.