Pebble Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Fergus Falls. DNR lake ID 56082900.
Pebble Lake is a 195.3-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Fergus Falls. Its deepest point reaches 62 ft, and about 34% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 12.4 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, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56082900 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Fergus Falls |
| Surface area | 195.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 62 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 34% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.4 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 27.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 3.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 2025: clarity 12.4 ft, phosphorus 27.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 3.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Pebble Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Pebble Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2017 (9 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 | 5.5 | 1.3 to 5.0 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.33 | 0.3 to 0.7 |
| Northern pike | gill | 12.67 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.17 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.11 | 0.5 to 3.3 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.17 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 2.0 | 0.7 to 3.4 |
| Bluegill | gill | 3.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 35.22 | 6.1 to 46.6 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.56 | 0.3 to 1.3 |
| Tullibee (cisco) | gill | 0.17 | 0.5 to 4.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 4.11 | 2.0 to 8.5 |
| Rock bass | gill | 2.67 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.5 to 1.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.17 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2017), Northern pike 28.0 in (2017), Walleye 29.0 in (2017).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), White sucker, 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
- Pebble Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. In De Lagoon Park, 1 mi S of Fergus Falls on US Hwy 59 to NW shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Chautauqua Lake 1.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Iverson Lake 2.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Horseshoe Lake 2.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Swan Lake 2.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Wright Lake 3.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Hoot Lake 3.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Wall Lake 3.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Dayton Hollow Reservoir 4.1 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Pebble Lake
How deep is Pebble Lake?
Pebble Lake reaches a maximum depth of 62 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 34% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Pebble Lake?
Pebble Lake covers about 195.3 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Pebble Lake?
Summer water clarity on Pebble Lake averages 12.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Pebble Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Pebble 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 Pebble Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass, green sunfish in Pebble Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2017.
Where is the public boat access on Pebble Lake?
Pebble Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Pebble Lake.
How is the walleye population on Pebble Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1991 to 2017, walleye numbers on Pebble Lake ran mostly above 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 Pebble Lake?
Homes on Pebble 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 Pebble Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Pebble Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 34% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 12.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Pebble Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Pebble Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Pebble 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 2017), 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.