Fogard Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Maine. DNR lake ID 56057100.
Fogard Lake is a 68.9-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Maine. Its deepest point reaches 42 ft, and about 59% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.2 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 | 56057100 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Maine |
| Surface area | 68.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 42 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 59% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.2 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 14.2 ft.
Fishing on Fogard Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2002 (24 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 | trap | 0.33 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | gill | 4.5 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.56 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.33 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | 0.5 to 2.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 3.11 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 1.67 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 2.44 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 10.33 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 8.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 4.33 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2002), Walleye 16.0 in (2002), Northern pike 21.0 in (2002).
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
- Long Lake 2.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Heilberger Lake 2.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Long Lake 2.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- West Lost Lake 2.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Big Stone Lake 2.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Mule Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Maine (Round) Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Tonseth Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Fogard Lake
How deep is Fogard Lake?
Fogard Lake reaches a maximum depth of 42 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 59% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Fogard Lake?
Fogard Lake covers about 68.9 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Fogard Lake?
Summer water clarity on Fogard Lake averages 14.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Fogard Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Fogard 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 Fogard Lake?
Homes on Fogard 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 Fogard Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Fogard Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 59% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Fogard Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Fogard Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Fogard 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 2002), 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.