Pike Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Elbow Lake Village. DNR lake ID 03013900.
Pike Lake is a 123.7-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Elbow Lake Village. Its deepest point reaches 50 ft, and about 19% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.2 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 | 03013900 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Elbow Lake Village |
| Surface area | 123.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 50 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 19% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.2 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 13.2 ft.
Fishing on Pike Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1978 (48 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 | 3.75 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Walleye | trap | 1.12 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 3.25 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.62 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 16.75 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 6.75 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 9.88 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.88 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.38 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 7.25 | 0.5 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 6.0 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 2.12 | n/a |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Elbow Lake 0.8 mi, Becker County
- Little Bemidji Lake 2.9 mi, Becker County
- Juggler Lake 3.2 mi, Becker County
- Many Point Lake 3.3 mi, Becker County
- Round Lake 6.0 mi, Becker County
- Bad Medicine Lake 6.1 mi, Becker County
- Upper Egg Lake 6.5 mi, Becker County
- Bush Lake 6.6 mi, Becker County
Questions about Pike Lake
How deep is Pike Lake?
Pike Lake reaches a maximum depth of 50 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 19% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pike Lake?
Pike Lake covers about 123.7 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pike Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pike Lake averages 13.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Pike Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Pike 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Pike Lake?
Homes on Pike 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 Pike Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pike Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 19% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pike Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pike Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pike 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 1978), 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.