Iverson Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Parkdale. DNR lake ID 56084600.
Iverson Lake is a 67.9-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Parkdale. Its deepest point reaches 18 ft, and about 91% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 13.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56084600 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Parkdale |
| Surface area | 67.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 18 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 91% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 13.8 ft through 2022 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| 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 2022: clarity 13.8 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Iverson Lake rates as oligotrophic.
Fishing on Iverson Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1985 (41 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 | 4.0 | n/a |
| Walleye | trap | 2.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 63.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 689.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 7.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 38.5 | n/a |
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
- Horseshoe Lake 1.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Chautauqua Lake 1.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Swan Lake 1.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pebble Lake 2.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Dayton Hollow Reservoir 4.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Mineral Lake 4.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Rose Lake 4.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Indian Lake 4.2 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Iverson Lake
How deep is Iverson Lake?
Iverson Lake reaches a maximum depth of 18 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 91% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Iverson Lake?
Iverson Lake covers about 67.9 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Iverson Lake?
Summer water clarity on Iverson Lake averages 13.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2022. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Iverson Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Iverson 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 Iverson Lake?
Homes on Iverson 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 Iverson Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Iverson Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 91% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 13.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Iverson Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Iverson Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Iverson 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 1985), 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.