Meadow Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Turtle River. DNR lake ID 04005000.
Meadow Lake is a 105.8-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Turtle River. Its deepest point reaches 28 ft, and about 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.9 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 | 04005000 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Turtle River |
| Surface area | 105.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 28 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 80% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.9 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 11.9 ft.
Fishing on Meadow 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 12.5 | 4.8 to 12.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.75 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 9.0 | 2.0 to 21.5 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.75 | 0.3 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.25 | 0.8 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 12.75 | 8.3 to 50.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 13.25 | 2.8 to 10.3 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
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
- Gull Lake 1.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Long Lake 1.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Turtle River 2.6 mi, Beltrami County
- North Twin Lake 3.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Bass Lake 3.2 mi, Beltrami County
- South Twin Lake 3.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Rice Pond 4.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Carter Lake 4.5 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Meadow Lake
How deep is Meadow Lake?
Meadow Lake reaches a maximum depth of 28 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 80% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Meadow Lake?
Meadow Lake covers about 105.8 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Meadow Lake?
Summer water clarity on Meadow Lake averages 11.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Meadow Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Meadow 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 Meadow Lake?
Homes on Meadow 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 Meadow Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Meadow Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 80% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Meadow Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Meadow Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Meadow 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.