Rose Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dalton. DNR lake ID 56062000.
Rose Lake is a 108.3-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dalton. Its deepest point reaches 37 ft, and about 49% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.9 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. 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 | 56062000 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Dalton |
| Surface area | 108.3 acres |
| Maximum depth | 37 ft |
| Mean depth | 15.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 49% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.9 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 9.9 ft.
Fishing on Rose Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2007 (19 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 | 0.33 | n/a |
| Walleye | trap | 0.12 | n/a |
| Northern pike | gill | 9.33 | n/a |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.75 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 1.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.88 | n/a |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 0.12 | n/a |
| Bluegill | gill | 6.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 39.0 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 1.88 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 8.25 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2007), Northern pike 29.0 in (2007), Walleye 22.0 in (2007).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Shorthead redhorse, 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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Mineral Lake 2.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Swan Lake 2.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Indian Lake 2.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- North Ten Mile Lake 2.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Chautauqua Lake 3.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Iverson Lake 4.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- South Stang (Glorvigan) Lake 4.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Hansel Lake 4.6 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Rose Lake
How deep is Rose Lake?
Rose Lake reaches a maximum depth of 37 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 49% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Rose Lake?
Rose Lake covers about 108.3 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Rose Lake?
Summer water clarity on Rose Lake averages 9.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Rose Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Rose 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 Rose Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, bowfin in Rose Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2007.
Are there lake homes for sale on Rose Lake?
Homes on Rose 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 Rose Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Rose Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 49% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Rose Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Rose Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Rose 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 2007), 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.