Beltrami Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Bemidji. DNR lake ID 04013500.
Beltrami Lake is a 725.8-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Bemidji. Its deepest point reaches 50 ft, and about 41% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.6 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for starry stonewort. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04013500 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Bemidji |
| Surface area | 725.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 50 ft |
| Mean depth | 13.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 41% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.6 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 16.1 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.5 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | starry stonewort |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 11.6 ft, phosphorus 16.1 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.5 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Beltrami Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Beltrami Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2021 (5 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 | 1.0 | 1.3 to 5.5 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.11 | 0.2 to 0.7 |
| Northern pike | gill | 6.11 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 5.44 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.44 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 10.22 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.33 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 17.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 4.0 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.22 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.56 | 0.2 to 1.0 |
| Smallmouth bass | trap | 0.33 | 0.1 to 0.4 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.78 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.78 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
| Rock bass | gill | 3.11 | 0.3 to 2.0 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.22 | 0.6 to 2.5 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.22 | 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 (2021), Walleye 25.0 in (2021), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2021), Smallmouth bass 19.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: starry stonewort (listed 2019).
Public boat access
- Beltrami Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 12 trailer spaces. 2 mi SW of Turtle River on US Hwy 71 then N on Twp Rd to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Little Gnat Lake 1.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Fox Lake 1.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Three Island Lake 2.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Movil Lake 2.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Black Lake 2.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Turtle Lake 3.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Big Bass Lake 4.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Little Turtle Lake 4.7 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Beltrami Lake
How deep is Beltrami Lake?
Beltrami Lake reaches a maximum depth of 50 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 41% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Beltrami Lake?
Beltrami Lake covers about 725.8 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Beltrami Lake?
Summer water clarity on Beltrami Lake averages 11.6 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Beltrami Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Beltrami Lake for starry stonewort.
What fish are in Beltrami Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Beltrami Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Beltrami Lake?
Beltrami Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Beltrami Lake.
How is the walleye population on Beltrami Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1993 to 2021, walleye numbers on Beltrami 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 Beltrami Lake?
Homes on Beltrami 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 Beltrami Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Beltrami Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 41% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.6 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Beltrami Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Beltrami Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Beltrami County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2021), 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.