Sylvia Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Debs. DNR lake ID 04032200.
Sylvia Lake is a 181.1-acre lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Debs. Its deepest point reaches 38 ft, and about 30% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 16.8 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 | 04032200 |
|---|---|
| County | Beltrami County, near Debs |
| Surface area | 181.1 acres |
| Maximum depth | 38 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 30% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 16.8 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 16.8 ft.
Fishing on Sylvia Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1979 (47 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 | 2.0 | 1.3 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 2.0 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 13.5 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 4.0 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 6.25 | 6.1 to 46.6 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.5 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 10.75 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 2.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 13.25 | 2.0 to 8.5 |
| Rock bass | gill | 7.5 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 17.0 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- Moose Lake 1.1 mi, Beltrami County
- Balm Lake 3.1 mi, Beltrami County
- Myrtle Lake 4.2 mi, Beltrami County
- Dellwater Lake 4.5 mi, Beltrami County
- Clearwater Lake 4.8 mi, Beltrami County
- Island Lake 7.0 mi, Beltrami County
- Sandy Lake 7.7 mi, Beltrami County
- Red Lake 10.5 mi, Beltrami County
Questions about Sylvia Lake
How deep is Sylvia Lake?
Sylvia Lake reaches a maximum depth of 38 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 30% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Sylvia Lake?
Sylvia Lake covers about 181.1 acres in Beltrami County, Minnesota.
How clear is Sylvia Lake?
Summer water clarity on Sylvia Lake averages 16.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Sylvia Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Sylvia 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 Sylvia Lake?
Homes on Sylvia 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 Sylvia Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Sylvia Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 30% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 16.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Sylvia Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Sylvia Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Sylvia 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 1979), 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.