Sockeye Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near Goldenrod. DNR lake ID 03009700.
Sockeye Lake is a 72-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near Goldenrod. Summer water clarity averages 10.6 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 | 03009700 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near Goldenrod |
| Surface area | 72 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.6 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 10.6 ft.
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
- Sockeye Lake: 1 natural launch ramp, 2 trailer spaces. From Two Inlets, West on Co Hwy 44 6.2 mi, right on 500 Ave 1.9 mi, left on Sockeye Lake Rd 2.5 mi, left(south) on unnamed forest road .8 mi, there's a hair pin turn to the left .5 mi, access on your left Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Wahbegon Lake 0.9 mi, Becker County
- Big Basswood Lake 1.2 mi, Becker County
- Kneebone Lake 1.6 mi, Becker County
- Basswood Lake 1.6 mi, Becker County
- Bass Lake 2.4 mi, Becker County
- Bad Medicine Lake 3.4 mi, Becker County
- Boot Lake 4.6 mi, Becker County
- Juggler Lake 5.6 mi, Becker County
Questions about Sockeye Lake
How big is Sockeye Lake?
Sockeye Lake covers about 72 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sockeye Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sockeye Lake averages 10.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Sockeye Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Sockeye 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.
Where is the public boat access on Sockeye Lake?
Sockeye Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Sockeye Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Sockeye Lake?
Homes on Sockeye 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 Sockeye Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sockeye Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 10.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sockeye Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sockeye Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sockeye 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.