Silver Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota. DNR lake ID 56030200.
Silver Lake is an 894-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. Its deepest point reaches 43 ft. Summer water clarity averages 12.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56030200 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County |
| Surface area | 894 acres |
| Maximum depth | 43 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 12.0 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 16.4 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 4.9 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 12.0 ft, phosphorus 16.4 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 4.9 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Silver Lake rates as mesotrophic.
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
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2024).
Public boat access
- Silver Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 2 trailer spaces. Approximately 3 mi NW of the city of Battle Lake to N shore of southern section of lake. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Elbow Lake 1.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Molly Stark Lake 3.0 mi, Otter Tail County
- Round Lake 3.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Deer Lake 3.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Horseshoe Lake 3.4 mi, Otter Tail County
- Annie Battle Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- South Turtle Lake 3.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- North Turtle Lake 4.0 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Silver Lake
How deep is Silver Lake?
Silver Lake reaches a maximum depth of 43 ft according to Minnesota DNR records.
How big is Silver Lake?
Silver Lake covers about 894 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Silver Lake?
Summer water clarity on Silver Lake averages 12.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Silver Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Silver Lake for zebra mussel.
Where is the public boat access on Silver Lake?
Silver Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Silver Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Silver Lake?
Homes on Silver 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 Silver Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Silver Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, and summer clarity around 12.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Silver Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Silver Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Silver 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 not on record), 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.