Maine (Round) Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Maine. DNR lake ID 56047600.
Maine (Round) Lake is an 88.5-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Maine. Its deepest point reaches 34 ft, and about 40% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.4 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. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56047600 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Maine |
| Surface area | 88.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 34 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 40% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.4 ft through 2018 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 21.9 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.4 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2018: clarity 15.4 ft, phosphorus 21.9 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.4 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Maine (Round) Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Maine (Round) Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2015 (11 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 | 1.67 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Northern pike | gill | 6.0 | 2.8 to 8.7 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.44 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 8.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 28.22 | 5.7 to 40.5 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.67 | 0.3 to 1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.78 | 0.3 to 1.6 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 5.22 | 1.3 to 6.3 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 14.0 | n/a |
Walleye catch was within the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 29.0 in (2015), Walleye 20.0 in (2015), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2015).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
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
- Round Lake, Maine: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 5 trailer spaces. Approximately 14 mi N of the city of Battle Lake, on W side on Cnty Rd 115, to E shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Pickerel Lake 1.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Twin Lake 2.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Leon Lake 3.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- West Lost Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Fogard Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Twin Lake 3.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Mud Lake 3.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Long Lake 4.1 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Maine (Round) Lake
How deep is Maine (Round) Lake?
Maine (Round) Lake reaches a maximum depth of 34 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 40% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Maine (Round) Lake?
Maine (Round) Lake covers about 88.5 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Maine (Round) Lake?
Summer water clarity on Maine (Round) Lake averages 15.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2018. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Maine (Round) Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Maine (Round) 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.
What fish are in Maine (Round) Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, white sucker, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Maine (Round) Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2015.
Where is the public boat access on Maine (Round) Lake?
Maine (Round) Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Round Lake, Maine.
How is the walleye population on Maine (Round) Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1999 to 2015, walleye numbers on Maine (Round) Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Maine (Round) Lake?
Homes on Maine (Round) 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 Maine (Round) Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Maine (Round) Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 40% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Maine (Round) Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Maine (Round) Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Maine (Round) 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 2015), 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.