Myrtle Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Debs. DNR lake ID 04030400.
Myrtle Lake is a 117.6-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Debs. Its deepest point reaches 50 ft, and about 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.5 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 | 04030400 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Debs |
| Surface area | 117.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 50 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 20% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.5 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 13.5 ft.
Fishing on Myrtle 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 | 3.5 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 11.0 | 1.5 to 23.0 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.2 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 30.2 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Lake whitefish | gill | 6.0 | 1.0 to 6.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 9.6 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Rock bass | trap | 5.2 | 0.5 to 2.8 |
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
- Clearwater Lake 2.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Balm Lake 3.3 mi, Beltrami County
- Moose Lake 3.4 mi, Beltrami County
- Sandy Lake 3.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Dellwater Lake 3.9 mi, Beltrami County
- Sylvia Lake 4.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Island Lake 5.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Erick Lake 7.6 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Myrtle Lake
How deep is Myrtle Lake?
Myrtle Lake reaches a maximum depth of 50 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 20% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Myrtle Lake?
Myrtle Lake covers about 117.6 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Myrtle Lake?
Summer water clarity on Myrtle Lake averages 13.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Myrtle Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Myrtle 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 Myrtle Lake?
Homes on Myrtle 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 Myrtle Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Myrtle Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 20% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Myrtle Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Myrtle Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Myrtle 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.