Lida Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota. DNR lake ID 56074700.
Lida Lake is a 7,277-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. Its deepest point reaches 58 ft, and about 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 14.1 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56074700 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County |
| Surface area | 7,277 acres |
| Maximum depth | 58 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 43% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 14.1 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 23.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 8.1 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 2 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 14.1 ft, phosphorus 23.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 8.1 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Lida Lake rates as mesotrophic.
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 2014).
Public boat access
- Lida Lake (N): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 12 trailer spaces. 2 mi N of downtown Pelican Rapids on US Hwy 59, then 4.5 mi E on Cnty Rd 4 to N shore. Directions
- Lida Lake (S): 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. In Maplewood State Park, 7.5 mi SE of the city of Pelican Rapids to Eshore of south arm of lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- North Lida Lake 0.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Crystal Lake 2.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- South Lida Lake 3.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Grass Lake 3.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Venstrom Lake 3.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- West Silent Lake 4.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Franklin Lake 4.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Bass Lake 4.4 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Lida Lake
How deep is Lida Lake?
Lida Lake reaches a maximum depth of 58 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Lida Lake?
Lida Lake covers about 7,277 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Lida Lake?
Summer water clarity on Lida Lake averages 14.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Lida Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Lida Lake for zebra mussel.
Where is the public boat access on Lida Lake?
Lida Lake has 2 public water access sites on DNR record: Lida Lake (N); Lida Lake (S).
Are there lake homes for sale on Lida Lake?
Homes on Lida 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 Lida Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Lida Lake?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, about 43% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 14.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lida Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Lida Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Lida 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.