Beers Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Pelican Rapids. DNR lake ID 56072400.
Beers Lake is a 317.4-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Pelican Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 61 ft, and about 30% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.7 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56072400 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Pelican Rapids |
| Surface area | 317.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 61 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 30% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.7 ft through 2018 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 13.3 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2018: clarity 12.7 ft, phosphorus 13.3 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Beers Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Beers Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2007 (19 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 | 0.17 | 1.3 to 5.5 |
| Northern pike | gill | 2.5 | 3.1 to 8.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.22 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 11.83 | 2.5 to 24.2 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | 0.5 to 2.7 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.11 | 0.7 to 3.2 |
| Bluegill | gill | 17.83 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 26.33 | 5.6 to 42.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 2.22 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.83 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 5.22 | 1.7 to 8.2 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 1.67 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 9.89 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 34.0 in (2007), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2017), Muskellunge 49.0 in (2017), Walleye 26.0 in (2007).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead.
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
- Beers Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 12 trailer spaces. In Maplewood State Park, approximately 10 mi SW of the city of Pelican Rapids. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bass Lake 0.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Grass Lake 0.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Fladmark Lake 1.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Round Lake 2.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- North Long Lake 2.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Twenty-one Lake 2.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- South Lida Lake 2.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Eddy Lake 2.7 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Beers Lake
How deep is Beers Lake?
Beers Lake reaches a maximum depth of 61 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 30% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Beers Lake?
Beers Lake covers about 317.4 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Beers Lake?
Summer water clarity on Beers Lake averages 12.7 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2018. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Beers Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Beers 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.
What fish are in Beers Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, white sucker in Beers Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2007.
Where is the public boat access on Beers Lake?
Beers Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Beers Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Beers Lake?
Homes on Beers 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 Beers Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Beers Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 30% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.7 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Beers Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Beers Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Beers Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Otter Tail County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2007), 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.