Mary Yellowhead Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Richwood. DNR lake ID 03024300.
Mary Yellowhead Lake is a 68-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Richwood. Summer water clarity averages 7.0 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 | 03024300 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Richwood |
| Surface area | 68 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 7.0 ft through 2022 (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 2022: clarity 7.0 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
- Mary Yellowhead Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 3 trailer spaces. From Richwood take Co Hwy 34 N to Mary Yellowhead Road, turn right onto Yellow Head Trail Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Winter Lake 1.8 mi, Becker County
- Flat Lake 3.0 mi, Becker County
- Carman Lake 3.0 mi, Becker County
- Strawberry Lake 3.8 mi, Becker County
- Balsam Lake 4.0 mi, Becker County
- Lower Egg Lake 4.0 mi, Becker County
- Upper Egg Lake 4.2 mi, Becker County
- Little Sugar Bush Lake 4.4 mi, Becker County
Questions about Mary Yellowhead Lake
How big is Mary Yellowhead Lake?
Mary Yellowhead Lake covers about 68 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Mary Yellowhead Lake?
Summer water clarity on Mary Yellowhead Lake averages 7.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022.
Does Mary Yellowhead Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Mary Yellowhead 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 Mary Yellowhead Lake?
Mary Yellowhead Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Mary Yellowhead Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Mary Yellowhead Lake?
Homes on Mary Yellowhead 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 Mary Yellowhead Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Mary Yellowhead Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 7.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Mary Yellowhead Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Mary Yellowhead Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Mary Yellowhead 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.