Rock Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Detroit Lakes. DNR lake ID 03029300.
Rock Lake is a 1,196-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Detroit Lakes. Its deepest point reaches 18 ft, and about 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.2 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 | 03029300 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Detroit Lakes |
| Surface area | 1,196 acres |
| Maximum depth | 18 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 84% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.2 ft through 2019 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 31.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.9 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 2019: clarity 8.2 ft, phosphorus 31.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Rock Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Rock Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 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 | 2.0 | 3.2 to 15.3 |
| Northern pike | gill | 11.12 | 1.2 to 7.8 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.18 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.0 | 3.0 to 22.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 0.8 to 11.1 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.09 | 1.0 to 12.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 16.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 34.09 | 1.0 to 14.9 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.12 | 0.3 to 1.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.09 | 0.1 to 0.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 22.38 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 12.64 | 0.4 to 4.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.62 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 1.82 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 35.0 in (2016), Largemouth bass 16.0 in (2016), Walleye 26.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, 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
- Rock Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 12 trailer spaces. 2 mi E of Detroit Lakes on Mn Hwy 34, then 7.4 mi N on Cnty Rd 25, then .5 mi E on Twp Rd to S shore Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Rice Lake 1.7 mi, Becker County
- Buffalo Lake 3.5 mi, Becker County
- Pickerel Lake 3.7 mi, Becker County
- Balsam Lake 3.8 mi, Becker County
- Tamarack Lake 3.9 mi, Becker County
- Cotton Lake 4.0 mi, Becker County
- Eagen Lake 4.1 mi, Becker County
- Campbell Lake 4.6 mi, Becker County
Questions about Rock Lake
How deep is Rock Lake?
Rock Lake reaches a maximum depth of 18 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 84% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Rock Lake?
Rock Lake covers about 1,196 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Rock Lake?
Summer water clarity on Rock Lake averages 8.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2019. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Rock Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Rock 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 Rock Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, white sucker, yellow bullhead in Rock Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Where is the public boat access on Rock Lake?
Rock Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Rock Lake.
How is the walleye population on Rock Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2016, walleye numbers on Rock 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 Rock Lake?
Homes on Rock 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 Rock Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Rock Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 84% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Rock Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Rock Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Rock 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 2016), 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.