Brown Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dent. DNR lake ID 56162800.
Brown Lake is a 91-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dent. Summer water clarity averages 9.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56162800 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Dent |
| Surface area | 91 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.9 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 9.9 ft.
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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2019).
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- West McDonald Lake 0.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Hoffman Lake 1.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Big McDonald Lake 1.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Round Lake 1.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Elbow Lake 1.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pickerel Lake 1.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pine (Reames) Lake 1.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pine Lake 2.0 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Brown Lake
How big is Brown Lake?
Brown Lake covers about 91 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Brown Lake?
Summer water clarity on Brown Lake averages 9.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Brown Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Brown Lake for zebra mussel.
Are there lake homes for sale on Brown Lake?
Homes on Brown 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 Brown Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Brown Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 9.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Brown Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Brown Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Brown 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 not on record), 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.