Emma Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Clitherall. DNR lake ID 56019400.
Emma Lake is a 473-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Clitherall. Summer water clarity averages 4.9 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 | 56019400 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Clitherall |
| Surface area | 473 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 4.9 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 4.9 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
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
- Blanche Lake 1.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Annie Battle Lake 1.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Ethel Lake 1.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Molly Stark Lake 2.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Hanson Lake 2.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- West Battle Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Otter Tail Lake 4.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pickerel Lake 4.5 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Emma Lake
How big is Emma Lake?
Emma Lake covers about 473 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Emma Lake?
Summer water clarity on Emma Lake averages 4.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Emma Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Emma 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 Emma Lake?
Homes on Emma 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 Emma Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Emma Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, and summer clarity around 4.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Emma Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Emma Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Emma 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.