Moenkedick Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Perham. DNR lake ID 56033600.
Moenkedick Lake is a 103.2-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Perham. Its deepest point reaches 35 ft, and about 24% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56033600 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Perham |
| Surface area | 103.2 acres |
| Maximum depth | 35 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 24% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.0 ft through 2025 (satellite estimate) |
| 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 2025: clarity 15.0 ft.
Fishing on Moenkedick Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1992 (34 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 | 0.5 | n/a |
| Northern pike | gill | 2.5 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 20.5 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.33 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 14.0 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 100.67 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 6.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 11.67 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.0 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Rock bass | trap | 3.33 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 1.33 | 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
- Ceynowa Lake 0.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Paul Lake 1.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Little McDonald Lake 1.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Devils Lake 1.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Rusch Lake 1.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Kerbs Lake 2.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Schuster Lake 2.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Grunard Lake 3.0 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Moenkedick Lake
How deep is Moenkedick Lake?
Moenkedick Lake reaches a maximum depth of 35 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 24% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Moenkedick Lake?
Moenkedick Lake covers about 103.2 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Moenkedick Lake?
Summer water clarity on Moenkedick Lake averages 15.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Moenkedick Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Moenkedick 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 Moenkedick Lake?
Homes on Moenkedick 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 Moenkedick Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Moenkedick Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 24% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Moenkedick Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Moenkedick Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Moenkedick 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 1992), 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.