Peterson Lake
Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Bay Lake. DNR lake ID 18007900.
Peterson Lake is a 43.6-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, near Bay Lake. Its deepest point reaches 21 ft, and about 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.4 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 | 18007900 |
|---|---|
| County | Crow Wing County, near Bay Lake |
| Surface area | 43.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 21 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 86% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.4 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 14.4 ft.
Fishing on Peterson Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1982 (44 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 | 15.5 | 4.5 to 11.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 3.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 2.5 | 2.5 to 24.8 |
| Bluegill | trap | 22.5 | 4.9 to 49.8 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 6.0 | 1.7 to 10.3 |
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
- Placid Lake 0.8 mi, Crow Wing County
- Portage Lake 1.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Clearwater Lake 2.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Hamlet Lake 2.4 mi, Crow Wing County
- Rose Lake 2.5 mi, Crow Wing County
- Loon Lake 2.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Lookout Lake 2.9 mi, Crow Wing County
- Eagle Lake 2.9 mi, Crow Wing County
Questions about Peterson Lake
How deep is Peterson Lake?
Peterson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 21 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 86% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Peterson Lake?
Peterson Lake covers about 43.6 acres in Crow Wing County, Minnesota.
How clear is Peterson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Peterson Lake averages 14.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Peterson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Peterson 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 Peterson Lake?
Homes on Peterson 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 Peterson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Peterson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 86% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Peterson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Peterson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Peterson Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Crow Wing County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 1982), 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.