Lily Lake
Todd County, Minnesota, near Sauk Centre. DNR lake ID 77035800.
Lily Lake is a 65.5-acre lake in Todd County, Minnesota, near Sauk Centre. Its deepest point reaches 38 ft, and about 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 10.0 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, tullibee (cisco).
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 77035800 |
|---|---|
| County | Todd County, near Sauk Centre |
| Surface area | 65.5 acres |
| Maximum depth | 38 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 43% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 10.0 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 10.0 ft.
Fishing on Lily Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | trap | 1.0 | n/a |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.67 | 0.7 to 4.3 |
| Bluegill | trap | 62.0 | 2.9 to 41.2 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.33 | 1.5 to 7.4 |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 0.33 | n/a |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 21.0 in (2021), Largemouth bass 15.0 in (2021).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, Green sunfish, Tullibee (cisco), Bowfin, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
- Sunfish daily limit 5. (DNR Quality Sunfish Initiative)
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
- Long Lake 0.8 mi, Todd County
- Fairy Lake 0.9 mi, Todd County
- William Lake 1.9 mi, Todd County
- Sauk Lake 2.4 mi, Todd County
- Guernsey Lake 3.2 mi, Todd County
- Little Sauk Lake 3.8 mi, Todd County
- Mud Lake 3.9 mi, Todd County
- Cedar Lake 4.0 mi, Todd County
Questions about Lily Lake
How deep is Lily Lake?
Lily Lake reaches a maximum depth of 38 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 43% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Lily Lake?
Lily Lake covers about 65.5 acres in Todd County, Minnesota.
How clear is Lily Lake?
Summer water clarity on Lily Lake averages 10.0 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Lily Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Lily 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 Lily Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, green sunfish, tullibee (cisco), bowfin in Lily Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Are there lake homes for sale on Lily Lake?
Homes on Lily 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 Lily Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Lily Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 43% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 10.0 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Lily Lake?
Yes. Sunfish daily limit 5.
Ask us about Lily 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 2016), 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.