Gull Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Tenstrike. DNR lake ID 04006400.
Gull Lake is a 138.3-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Tenstrike. Its deepest point reaches 20 ft, and about 70% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 04006400 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Tenstrike |
| Surface area | 138.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 20 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 70% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.3 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 8.3 ft.
Fishing on Gull Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1992 (34 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 21.0 | 2.0 to 10.8 |
| Northern pike | trap | 2.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 9.0 | 2.0 to 22.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.4 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.5 | 1.7 to 17.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.0 | 3.5 to 57.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 2.33 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.33 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
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
- Bass Lake 1.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Meadow Lake 1.8 mi, Beltrami County
- North Twin Lake 2.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Rice Pond 2.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Carter Lake 2.8 mi, Beltrami County
- South Twin Lake 2.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Nelson Lake 3.5 mi, Beltrami County
- Long Lake 3.6 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Gull Lake
How deep is Gull Lake?
Gull Lake reaches a maximum depth of 20 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 70% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Gull Lake?
Gull Lake covers about 138.3 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Gull Lake?
Summer water clarity on Gull Lake averages 8.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Gull Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Gull 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 Gull Lake?
Homes on Gull 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 Gull Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Gull Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 70% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Gull Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Gull Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Gull 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 1992), 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.