Sands Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Westbury. DNR lake ID 03042000.
Sands Lake is a 103-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Westbury. Its deepest point reaches 16 ft. Summer water clarity averages 10.9 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03042000 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Westbury |
| Surface area | 103 acres |
| Maximum depth | 16 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.9 ft through 2022 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 18.9 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 2.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2022: clarity 10.9 ft, phosphorus 18.9 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 2.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Sands Lake rates as mesotrophic.
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
- Campbell Lake 1.2 mi, Becker County
- Little Floyd Lake 2.5 mi, Becker County
- Gandrud Lake 2.5 mi, Becker County
- Floyd Lake 2.6 mi, Becker County
- Rock Lake 4.6 mi, Becker County
- Buffalo Lake 4.9 mi, Becker County
- Rice Lake 5.0 mi, Becker County
- Pickerel Lake 6.1 mi, Becker County
Questions about Sands Lake
How deep is Sands Lake?
Sands Lake reaches a maximum depth of 16 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Sands Lake?
Sands Lake covers about 103 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sands Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sands Lake averages 10.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Sands Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Sands 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 Sands Lake?
Homes on Sands 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 Sands Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sands Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 10.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sands Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sands Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sands 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 not on record), 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.