Clearwater Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Leonard. DNR lake ID 04034300.
Clearwater Lake is a 998.8-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Leonard. Its deepest point reaches 65 ft, and about 34% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04034300 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Leonard |
| Surface area | 998.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 65 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 34% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.1 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 8.1 ft.
Fishing on Clearwater Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2018 (8 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 | 6.25 | 3.3 to 8.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.17 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 8.33 | 2.8 to 9.0 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 16.0 | 7.0 to 46.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 2.92 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.08 | 0.4 to 2.7 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 14.25 | 4.4 to 49.0 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.92 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.75 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 1.67 | 0.8 to 6.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.42 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.33 | 1.8 to 7.8 |
| Rock bass | gill | 7.25 | 0.6 to 3.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 2.42 | 0.5 to 2.5 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 19.0 in (2018), Walleye 30.0 in (2018), Northern pike 34.0 in (2018).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Tullibee (cisco), Shorthead redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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
- Clearwater Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 10 trailer spaces. 9 mi NE of Clearbrook off Cnty Rd 4. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Myrtle Lake 2.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Moose Lake 4.5 mi, Beltrami County
- Sylvia Lake 4.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Sandy Lake 5.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Balm Lake 5.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Dellwater Lake 6.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Island Lake 8.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Buzzle Lake 8.3 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Clearwater Lake
How deep is Clearwater Lake?
Clearwater Lake reaches a maximum depth of 65 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 34% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Clearwater Lake?
Clearwater Lake covers about 998.8 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Clearwater Lake?
Summer water clarity on Clearwater Lake averages 8.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Clearwater Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Clearwater 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 Clearwater Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, tullibee (cisco) in Clearwater Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2018.
Where is the public boat access on Clearwater Lake?
Clearwater Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Clearwater Lake.
How is the walleye population on Clearwater Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1995 to 2018, walleye numbers on Clearwater 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 Clearwater Lake?
Homes on Clearwater 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 Clearwater Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Clearwater Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 34% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Clearwater Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Clearwater Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Clearwater 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 2018), 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.