Dead Lake
About Dead Lake
Dead Lake is a 270-acre lake near Evergreen in Becker County, Minnesota. It reaches 19 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 3.1 miles of shoreline.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
No public water access is on record with the DNR, so getting on the water generally depends on a resort, private landing or permission from a shoreline owner.
Plan Your Visit to Dead Lake
- 270 acres, up to 19 feet deep, near Evergreen
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
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Conditions
- Surface area
- 270 acres
- Max depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 249 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
No developed facilities on record. Plan to be self-sufficient.
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
Plan your trip to Dead Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake is in Becker County, Minnesota, near Evergreen. It covers 270 acres and reaches 19 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Dead Lake?
Dead Lake covers 270 acres with about 3.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 19 feet.
What fish can you catch at Dead Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Dead Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Dead Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Dead Lake.
Can you swim at Dead Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Dead Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.