Trace Lake
Todd County, Minnesota, near Grey Eagle. DNR lake ID 77000900.
Trace Lake is a 253.4-acre lake in Todd County, Minnesota, near Grey Eagle. Its deepest point reaches 6 ft, and about 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 2.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the eutrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 77000900 |
|---|---|
| County | Todd County, near Grey Eagle |
| Surface area | 253.4 acres |
| Maximum depth | 6 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 100% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 2.5 ft through 2017 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 101.7 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 35.5 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Eutrophic |
| 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 2017: clarity 2.5 ft, phosphorus 101.7 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 35.5 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Trace Lake rates as eutrophic.
Fishing on Trace Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 1986 (40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 1.5 | 1.4 to 8.6 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.5 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 8.0 | n/a |
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
- Trace Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 4 trailer spaces. In Grey Eagle, off MN Highway 287, to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- Bass Lake 1.1 mi, Todd County
- Twin Lake 1.2 mi, Todd County
- Lady Lake 1.6 mi, Todd County
- Hennessy Lake 2.3 mi, Todd County
- Fuller Lake 2.4 mi, Todd County
- Mountain Lake 2.7 mi, Todd County
- Big Birch Lake 3.5 mi, Todd County
- Mound Lake 3.6 mi, Todd County
Questions about Trace Lake
How deep is Trace Lake?
Trace Lake reaches a maximum depth of 6 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 100% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Trace Lake?
Trace Lake covers about 253.4 acres in Todd County, Minnesota.
How clear is Trace Lake?
Summer water clarity on Trace Lake averages 2.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2017. Its trophic state is eutrophic.
Does Trace Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Trace 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.
Where is the public boat access on Trace Lake?
Trace Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Trace Lake.
Are there lake homes for sale on Trace Lake?
Homes on Trace 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 Trace Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Trace Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 100% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 2.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Trace Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Trace Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Trace 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 1986), 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.