Round Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Amor. DNR lake ID 56029700.
Round Lake is a 157.6-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Amor. Its deepest point reaches 24 ft, and about 81% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.9 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.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56029700 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Amor |
| Surface area | 157.6 acres |
| Maximum depth | 24 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 81% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.9 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 19.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.0 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| 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 10.9 ft, phosphorus 19.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.0 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Round Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Round Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1991 (35 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 | 0.8 to 3.8 |
| Walleye | trap | 0.4 | 0.3 to 0.8 |
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.2 | 0.4 to 2.8 |
| Black crappie | gill | 0.5 | 1.7 to 17.5 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.0 | 2.1 to 24.1 |
| Bluegill | gill | 1.5 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 114.8 | 3.5 to 57.1 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.6 | 0.2 to 0.8 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 11.2 | 0.7 to 6.5 |
| Rock bass | trap | 0.6 | 0.3 to 0.9 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 1.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 18.4 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
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
- Deer Lake 0.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Brown Lake 1.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- East Lost Lake 2.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Horseshoe Lake 3.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Twin Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- Leon Lake 3.2 mi, Otter Tail County
- Silver Lake 3.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Mud Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Round Lake
How deep is Round Lake?
Round Lake reaches a maximum depth of 24 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 81% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Round Lake?
Round Lake covers about 157.6 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Round Lake?
Summer water clarity on Round Lake averages 10.9 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Round Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Round Lake?
Homes on 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 Round Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Round Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 81% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.9 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Round Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Round Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about 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 1991), 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.