Strawberry Lake
Becker County, Minnesota, near White Earth. DNR lake ID 03032300.
Strawberry Lake is a 1,498-acre lake in Becker County, Minnesota, near White Earth. Its deepest point reaches 40 ft, and about 38% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 17.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 03032300 |
|---|---|
| County | Becker County, near White Earth |
| Surface area | 1,498 acres |
| Maximum depth | 40 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 38% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 17.1 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 11.0 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 17.1 ft, phosphorus 11.0 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Strawberry Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Strawberry Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 11.67 | 3.3 to 8.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.27 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 16.11 | 2.8 to 9.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.27 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.56 | 7.0 to 46.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.11 | 0.4 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.45 | 0.4 to 2.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 11.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 11.36 | 4.4 to 49.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 3.22 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 2.64 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 3.11 | 0.1 to 0.9 |
| Smallmouth bass | trap | 0.36 | 0.1 to 0.9 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.11 | 0.8 to 6.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 3.89 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.0 | 1.8 to 7.8 |
| Rock bass | gill | 3.11 | 0.6 to 3.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.73 | 0.5 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 3.89 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 6.36 | n/a |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Smallmouth bass 18.0 in (2017), Walleye 27.0 in (2017), Northern pike 28.0 in (2017), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), 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
- Strawberry Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 11 trailer spaces. 10.6 mi E of White Earth on Co Rd 34, then 1 mi E on Co Rd 143, then .5 mi N on Twp Rd to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Jack Haw Lake 2.1 mi, Becker County
- Little Bass Lake 2.6 mi, Becker County
- Bass Lake 3.2 mi, Becker County
- Mary Yellowhead Lake 3.8 mi, Becker County
- Winter Lake 4.1 mi, Becker County
- Carman Lake 4.2 mi, Becker County
- Big Sugar Bush Lake 4.4 mi, Becker County
- Net Lake 4.4 mi, Becker County
Questions about Strawberry Lake
How deep is Strawberry Lake?
Strawberry Lake reaches a maximum depth of 40 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 38% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Strawberry Lake?
Strawberry Lake covers about 1,498 acres in Becker County, Minnesota.
How clear is Strawberry Lake?
Summer water clarity on Strawberry Lake averages 17.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Strawberry Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Strawberry 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 Strawberry Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Strawberry Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Strawberry Lake?
Strawberry Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Strawberry Lake.
How is the walleye population on Strawberry Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1991 to 2017, walleye numbers on Strawberry Lake ran mostly above 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 Strawberry Lake?
Homes on Strawberry 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 Strawberry Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Strawberry Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 38% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 17.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Strawberry Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Strawberry Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Strawberry 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 2017), 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.