Pearl Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Detroit Lakes. DNR lake ID 03048600.
Pearl Lake is a 279.6-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Detroit Lakes. Its deepest point reaches 54 ft, and about 60% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.6 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 | 03048600 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Detroit Lakes |
| Surface area | 279.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 54 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 60% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.6 ft through 2024 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 21.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.7 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 2024: clarity 9.6 ft, phosphorus 21.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.7 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Pearl Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Pearl Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2019 (7 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 | 1.17 | 1.2 to 5.3 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.11 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 12.17 | 2.3 to 9.2 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.5 | 3.7 to 28.4 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.22 | 0.5 to 3.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 6.17 | 0.8 to 8.4 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.67 | 0.9 to 8.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 120.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 33.0 | 5.9 to 43.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.5 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 4.17 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.22 | 1.5 to 9.1 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2019), Walleye 24.0 in (2019), Northern pike 38.0 in (2019).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, White sucker, 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
- Pearl Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 13 trailer spaces. 2.1 mi S on Hwy 59, then 1.5 mi W on Co Rd 6, then .4 mi S & W on Fox Lk Rd, then .5 mi W on Twp Rd, then 1.9 mi S on Twp Rd, then .2 mi NW on Twp Rd to SE shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Dart Lake 1.2 mi, Becker County
- Fox Lake 1.5 mi, Becker County
- Sallie Lake 2.1 mi, Becker County
- Munson Lake 2.3 mi, Becker County
- Maud Lake 2.8 mi, Becker County
- Eunice Lake 3.0 mi, Becker County
- Muskrat Lake 3.0 mi, Becker County
- Melissa Lake 3.0 mi, Becker County
Questions about Pearl Lake
How deep is Pearl Lake?
Pearl Lake reaches a maximum depth of 54 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 60% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pearl Lake?
Pearl Lake covers about 279.6 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pearl Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pearl Lake averages 9.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Pearl Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Pearl 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 Pearl Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, white sucker, brown bullhead in Pearl Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2019.
Where is the public boat access on Pearl Lake?
Pearl Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Pearl Lake.
How is the walleye population on Pearl Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2019, walleye numbers on Pearl 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 Pearl Lake?
Homes on Pearl 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 Pearl Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pearl Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 60% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pearl Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pearl Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pearl 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 2019), 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.