Indian Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dalton. DNR lake ID 56063900.
Indian Lake is a 156.9-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dalton. Its deepest point reaches 37 ft, and about 40% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.4 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56063900 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Dalton |
| Surface area | 156.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 37 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 40% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.4 ft through 2021 |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| 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 2021: clarity 9.4 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Indian Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Indian Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1972 (54 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 | 7.5 | 0.5 to 3.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.5 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Northern pike | gill | 4.0 | 2.7 to 9.3 |
| Northern pike | trap | 2.17 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 76.5 | 1.9 to 19.1 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.5 | 0.7 to 3.6 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | 1.0 to 4.3 |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.67 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 42.67 | 2.9 to 41.2 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.5 | 0.5 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.67 | 0.4 to 2.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 0.83 | 1.5 to 7.4 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 7.83 | n/a |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- South Stang (Glorvigan) Lake 1.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Swan Lake 2.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Rose Lake 2.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Wall Lake 2.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Chautauqua Lake 2.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pebble Lake 4.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Iverson Lake 4.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Steenerson Lake 4.3 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Indian Lake
How deep is Indian Lake?
Indian Lake reaches a maximum depth of 37 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 40% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Indian Lake?
Indian Lake covers about 156.9 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Indian Lake?
Summer water clarity on Indian Lake averages 9.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2021. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Indian Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Indian 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 Indian Lake?
Homes on Indian 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 Indian Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Indian Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 40% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Indian Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Indian Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Indian 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 1972), 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.