Pelkey Lake
Morrison County, Minnesota, near Freedhem. DNR lake ID 49003000.
Pelkey Lake is a 103.9-acre lake in Morrison County, Minnesota, near Freedhem. Its deepest point reaches 7 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 4.2 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 | 49003000 |
|---|---|
| County | Morrison County, near Freedhem |
| Surface area | 103.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 7 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 4.2 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 4.2 ft.
Fishing on Pelkey 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 14.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 41.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 4.75 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 0.25 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.75 | 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
- Rice Lake 3.7 mi, Morrison County
- Pierz Lake 4.3 mi, Morrison County
- Green Prairie Fish Lake 9.3 mi, Morrison County
- Sebie Lake 13.0 mi, Crow Wing County
- Round Lake 14.2 mi, Morrison County
- Round Lake 15.3 mi, Crow Wing County
- Round Lake 16.6 mi, Morrison County
- Sullivan Lake 17.0 mi, Morrison County
Questions about Pelkey Lake
How deep is Pelkey Lake?
Pelkey Lake reaches a maximum depth of 7 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pelkey Lake?
Pelkey Lake covers about 103.9 acres in Morrison County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pelkey Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pelkey Lake averages 4.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Pelkey Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Pelkey 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 Pelkey Lake?
Homes on Pelkey 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 Pelkey Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pelkey Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 4.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pelkey Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pelkey Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pelkey Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Morrison 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.