Round Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Ponsford. DNR lake ID 03015500.
Round Lake is a 1,094-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Ponsford. Its deepest point reaches 69 ft, and about 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.8 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, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03015500 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Ponsford |
| Surface area | 1,094 acres |
| Maximum depth | 69 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 43% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 39.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 10.8 ft, phosphorus 39.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Round Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Round Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2020 (6 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 | 10.0 | 3.3 to 8.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.17 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 19.0 | 2.8 to 9.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.22 | 7.0 to 46.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.22 | 0.4 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.33 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.89 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 16.67 | 4.4 to 49.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.67 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Muskellunge | trap | 0.08 | 0.1 to 0.3 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 3.11 | 0.8 to 6.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 2.89 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.42 | 1.8 to 7.8 |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.78 | 0.6 to 3.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 3.0 | n/a |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Walleye 27.0 in (2020), Northern pike 26.0 in (2020), Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2020), Muskellunge 12.0 in (2020).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Lake sturgeon, Bowfin, 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
- Round Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 5 trailer spaces. 3.4 mi W of Ponsford on Co Rd 26, then 1.1 mi N on Co Rd 37, then 5.7 mi W on Co Rd 35 to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bush Lake 1.3 mi, Becker County
- Ice Cracking Lake 1.9 mi, Becker County
- Waboose Lake 2.1 mi, Becker County
- Many Point Lake 2.8 mi, Becker County
- Lower Egg Lake 2.8 mi, Becker County
- Upper Egg Lake 3.1 mi, Becker County
- Carman Lake 4.0 mi, Becker County
- Little Bemidji Lake 4.1 mi, Becker County
Questions about Round Lake
How deep is Round Lake?
Round Lake reaches a maximum depth of 69 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Round Lake?
Round Lake covers about 1,094 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Round Lake?
Summer water clarity on Round Lake averages 10.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Round Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Round 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 Round Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Round Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2020.
Where is the public boat access on Round Lake?
Round Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Round Lake.
How is the walleye population on Round Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1990 to 2020, walleye numbers on Round 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 Round Lake?
Homes on Round 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 Round Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Round Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 43% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Round Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Round Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Round 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 2020), 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.