Wall Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Fergus Falls. DNR lake ID 56065800.
Wall Lake is a 726.7-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Fergus Falls. Its deepest point reaches 34 ft, and about 32% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 8.8 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. The DNR lists it for zebra mussel. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56065800 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Fergus Falls |
| Surface area | 726.7 acres |
| Maximum depth | 34 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 32% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 8.8 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 21.8 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 6.8 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Clearer (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 8.8 ft, phosphorus 21.8 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 6.8 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Wall Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: clearer.
Fishing on Wall Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2021 (5 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 | 5.78 | 1.3 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 10.22 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Yellow perch | gill | 4.44 | 3.4 to 43.6 |
| Black crappie | gill | 6.0 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 17.22 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 5.78 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Smallmouth bass | gill | 0.67 | 0.2 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 3.67 | n/a |
| Rock bass | gill | 6.78 | 0.3 to 1.9 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.89 | n/a |
Walleye catch was above the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2021), Walleye 26.0 in (2021), Northern pike 33.0 in (2021), Smallmouth bass 14.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Rock bass, Green sunfish, Bowfin, Common carp, Shorthead redhorse, Silver redhorse, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 10. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
On the Minnesota DNR infested waters list for: zebra mussel (listed 2023).
Public boat access
- Wall Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 6 trailer spaces. 3.5 mi E of Fergus Falls on Mn Hwy 210 to N shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Spring Lake 1.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- South Stang (Glorvigan) Lake 1.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Indian Lake 2.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Chautauqua Lake 3.3 mi, Otter Tail County
- Bass Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Wright Lake 3.6 mi, Otter Tail County
- Pebble Lake 3.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- Hoot Lake 4.1 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Wall Lake
How deep is Wall Lake?
Wall Lake reaches a maximum depth of 34 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 32% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Wall Lake?
Wall Lake covers about 726.7 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Wall Lake?
Summer water clarity on Wall Lake averages 8.8 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Wall Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
The Minnesota DNR infested waters list includes Wall Lake for zebra mussel.
What fish are in Wall Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, rock bass in Wall Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Wall Lake?
Wall Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Wall Lake.
How is the walleye population on Wall Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 2001 to 2021, walleye numbers on Wall 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 Wall Lake?
Homes on Wall 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 Wall Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Wall Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 32% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 8.8 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Wall Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 10.
Ask us about Wall 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 2021), 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.