Fox Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Werner. DNR lake ID 04016200.
Fox Lake is a 164.8-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Werner. Its deepest point reaches 19 ft, and about 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04016200 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Werner |
| Surface area | 164.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 19 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 80% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.5 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 13.2 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.2 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 2025: clarity 11.5 ft, phosphorus 13.2 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.2 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Fox Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Fox Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1985 (41 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 | 6.0 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.0 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 25.5 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.25 | 0.5 to 5.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 1.2 to 4.8 |
| Bluegill | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 21.25 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.75 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 1.0 | 1.0 to 3.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 4.0 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 2.5 | 0.5 to 1.6 |
| Rock bass | trap | 4.5 | 0.3 to 3.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.75 | n/a |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
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
- Turtle Lake 1.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Movil Lake 1.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Beltrami Lake 1.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Three Island Lake 2.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Black Lake 2.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Little Gnat Lake 2.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Little Turtle Lake 3.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Larson Lake 3.5 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Fox Lake
How deep is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake reaches a maximum depth of 19 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Fox Lake?
Fox Lake covers about 164.8 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Fox Lake?
Summer water clarity on Fox Lake averages 11.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Fox Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Fox 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 Fox Lake?
Homes on Fox 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 Fox Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Fox Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 80% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Fox Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Fox 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 1985), 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.