Dark Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Nebish. DNR lake ID 04016700.
Dark Lake is an 82-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Nebish. Its deepest point reaches 130 ft. Summer water clarity averages 16.2 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04016700 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Nebish |
| Surface area | 82 acres |
| Maximum depth | 130 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.2 ft through 2018 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 2018: clarity 16.2 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Dark Lake rates as oligotrophic.
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
- Hagali Lake 1.2 mi, Beltrami County
- White Fish Lake 1.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Silver Lake 1.9 mi, Beltrami County
- Jackson Lake 3.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Sandy Lake 4.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Bass Lake 4.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Medicine Lake 4.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Boston Lake 5.3 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Dark Lake
How deep is Dark Lake?
Dark Lake reaches a maximum depth of 130 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Dark Lake?
Dark Lake covers about 82 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Dark Lake?
Summer water clarity on Dark Lake averages 16.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2018. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Dark Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Dark 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 Dark Lake?
Homes on Dark 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 Dark Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Dark Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 16.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Dark Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Dark Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Dark 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 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.