Fairy Lake
Todd County, Minnesota, near Sauk Centre. DNR lake ID 77015400.
Fairy Lake is a 306.9-acre lake in Todd County, Minnesota, near Sauk Centre. Its deepest point reaches 37 ft, and about 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 15.2 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the oligotrophic 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 | 77015400 |
|---|---|
| County | Todd County, near Sauk Centre |
| Surface area | 306.9 acres |
| Maximum depth | 37 ft |
| Mean depth | 16.5 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 46% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 15.2 ft through 2024 |
| Nutrient class | Oligotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2024) |
| 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 2024: clarity 15.2 ft. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Fairy Lake rates as oligotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2024: steady.
Fishing on Fairy 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 | 0.17 | 1.3 to 5.0 |
| Northern pike | gill | 10.0 | 3.5 to 10.5 |
| Black crappie | gill | 1.17 | 0.6 to 3.5 |
| Bluegill | gill | 16.17 | n/a |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 2.67 | 0.3 to 1.7 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 1.5 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Largemouth bass 20.0 in (2021), Northern pike 34.0 in (2021), Walleye 26.0 in (2021), Smallmouth bass 21.0 in (2001).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, Common carp, Yellow bullhead, Brown 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
- Fairy Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 15 trailer spaces. 1.5 mi N of Sauk Centre on Stearns Cnty Rd 17 (turns into Todd County Rd 11), then 1 mi N on Todd Cnty 11 to E shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Lily Lake 0.9 mi, Todd County
- Long Lake 1.7 mi, Todd County
- Sauk Lake 2.2 mi, Todd County
- William Lake 2.4 mi, Todd County
- Guernsey Lake 3.7 mi, Todd County
- Mud Lake 4.6 mi, Todd County
- Little Sauk Lake 4.6 mi, Todd County
- Long Lake 4.7 mi, Todd County
Questions about Fairy Lake
How deep is Fairy Lake?
Fairy Lake reaches a maximum depth of 37 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 46% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Fairy Lake?
Fairy Lake covers about 306.9 acres in Todd County, Minnesota.
How clear is Fairy Lake?
Summer water clarity on Fairy Lake averages 15.2 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2024. Its trophic state is oligotrophic.
Does Fairy Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Fairy 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 Fairy Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, tullibee (cisco) in Fairy Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2021.
Where is the public boat access on Fairy Lake?
Fairy Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Fairy Lake.
How is the walleye population on Fairy Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 1991 to 2021, walleye numbers on Fairy Lake ran mostly below 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 Fairy Lake?
Homes on Fairy 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 Fairy Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Fairy Lake?
A mid-size lake with room for boating and fishing, about 46% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 15.2 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Fairy Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Fairy Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Fairy Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Todd 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.