Simon Lake
Wadena County, Minnesota, near Esterdy. DNR lake ID 80000300.
Simon Lake is a 107-acre lake in Wadena County, Minnesota, near Esterdy. Summer water clarity averages 3.4 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 80000300 |
|---|---|
| County | Wadena County, near Esterdy |
| Surface area | 107 acres |
| Maximum depth | Not surveyed |
| Share under 15 ft | Not surveyed |
| Water clarity (summer) | 3.4 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 3.4 ft.
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
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Dower Lake 6.5 mi, Todd County
- Rice Lake 14.7 mi, Cass County
- Lena Lake 14.9 mi, Morrison County
- Fawn Lake 15.0 mi, Todd County
- Rock Lake 15.0 mi, Cass County
- Shamineau Lake 15.4 mi, Morrison County
- Pillager Lake 15.6 mi, Cass County
- Crookneck Lake 15.7 mi, Morrison County
Questions about Simon Lake
How big is Simon Lake?
Simon Lake covers about 107 acres in Wadena County, Minnesota.
How clear is Simon Lake?
Summer water clarity on Simon Lake averages 3.4 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025.
Does Simon Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Simon 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.
Are there lake homes for sale on Simon Lake?
Homes on Simon 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 Simon Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Simon Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, and summer clarity around 3.4 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Simon Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Simon Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Simon Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Wadena 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.