Lizzie Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota. DNR lake ID 56076000.
Lizzie Lake is a 4,145-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. Its deepest point reaches 65 ft. Summer water clarity averages 17.1 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 | 56076000 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County |
| Surface area | 4,145 acres |
| Maximum depth | 65 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 17.1 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 14.5 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.0 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 17.1 ft, phosphorus 14.5 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Lizzie 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 2009).
Public boat access
- Lizzie Lake River: 1 natural launch ramp, 5 trailer spaces. From Pelican Rapids go 2 miles N on Hwy 59. Go east 1.4 miles on Co Hwy 4. Go N .75 miles on 220th Ave. to site. Directions
- Lizzie Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. 4 mi N of downtown Pelican Rapids on US Hwy 59, then 1 mi E on Twp Rdto W shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Lizzie (north portion) Lake 0.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Sand Lake 2.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Franklin Lake 2.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Fish Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Prairie Lake 3.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Crystal Lake 3.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Bass Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Tamarac Lake 3.8 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Lizzie Lake
How deep is Lizzie Lake?
Lizzie Lake reaches a maximum depth of 65 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Lizzie Lake?
Lizzie Lake covers about 4,145 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Lizzie Lake?
Summer water clarity on Lizzie Lake averages 17.1 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Lizzie Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Lizzie Lake for zebra mussel.
Where is the public boat access on Lizzie Lake?
Lizzie Lake has 2 public water access sites on DNR record: Lizzie Lake River; Lizzie Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Lizzie Lake?
Homes on Lizzie 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 Lizzie Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Lizzie Lake?
Big water with room for long boat rides and wake sports, and summer clarity around 17.1 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lizzie Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Lizzie Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Lizzie 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.