Little Gnat Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Turtle River. DNR lake ID 04013300.
Little Gnat Lake is a 34.5-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Turtle River. Its deepest point reaches 30 ft, and about 32% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.0 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 | 04013300 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Turtle River |
| Surface area | 34.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 30 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 32% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.0 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 14.0 ft.
Fishing on Little Gnat Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1991 (35 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 | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Northern pike | gill | 12.0 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.75 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 3.0 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 16.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.75 | 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
- Beltrami Lake 1.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Three Island Lake 2.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Fox Lake 2.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Movil Lake 3.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Black Lake 3.5 mi, Beltrami County
- Big Bass Lake 3.6 mi, Beltrami County
- Turtle River 3.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Turtle Lake 4.0 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Little Gnat Lake
How deep is Little Gnat Lake?
Little Gnat Lake reaches a maximum depth of 30 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 32% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Little Gnat Lake?
Little Gnat Lake covers about 34.5 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Little Gnat Lake?
Summer water clarity on Little Gnat Lake averages 14.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Little Gnat Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Little Gnat 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 Little Gnat Lake?
Homes on Little Gnat 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 Little Gnat Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Little Gnat Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 32% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Little Gnat Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Little Gnat Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Little Gnat 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 1991), 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.