Meadow Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Detroit Lakes. DNR lake ID 03037100.
Meadow Lake is a 70.7-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Detroit Lakes. Its deepest point reaches 72 ft, and about 42% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.0 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. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03037100 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Detroit Lakes |
| Surface area | 70.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 72 ft |
| Mean depth | 21.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 42% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.0 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 14.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.3 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 15.0 ft, phosphorus 14.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Meadow Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Meadow Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2014 (12 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 | trap | 0.25 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 11.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.25 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.0 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 42.88 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.88 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.75 | 1.0 to 13.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.0 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.12 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 6.75 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2014), Northern pike 32.0 in (2014), Walleye 29.0 in (2014).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Rainbow trout, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
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
- Meadow Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 5 trailer spaces. 5.3 mi S of Detroit Lakes on US Hwy 59 to the NW shore Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Melissa Lake 1.5 mi, Becker County
- Sallie Lake 1.7 mi, Becker County
- Curfman Lake 1.9 mi, Becker County
- Muskrat Lake 2.0 mi, Becker County
- Abbey Lake 2.1 mi, Becker County
- Mill Lake 2.4 mi, Becker County
- Sauer Lake 2.5 mi, Becker County
- Fox Lake 2.6 mi, Becker County
Questions about Meadow Lake
How deep is Meadow Lake?
Meadow Lake reaches a maximum depth of 72 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 42% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Meadow Lake?
Meadow Lake covers about 70.7 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Meadow Lake?
Summer water clarity on Meadow Lake averages 15.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Meadow Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Meadow 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 Meadow Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Meadow Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2014.
Where is the public boat access on Meadow Lake?
Meadow Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Meadow Lake.
How is the walleye population on Meadow Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1997 to 2007, walleye numbers on Meadow Lake ran mostly below 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 Meadow Lake?
Homes on Meadow 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 Meadow Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Meadow Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 42% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Meadow Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Meadow Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Meadow 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 2014), 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.