Dellwater Lake
About Dellwater Lake
Dellwater Lake is a 199-acre lake near Bemidji in Beltrami County, Minnesota. It reaches 29 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 8 feet, and has roughly 2.5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 16.2 feet, which is exceptionally clear for Minnesota.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2020.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Dellwater Lake
- 199 acres, up to 29 feet deep, near Bemidji
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
- Average water clarity around 16.2 feet — very clear
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 199 acres
- Max depth
- 29 ft
- Average depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.5 mi
- Water clarity
- 16.2 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 163 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
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
Best For
- Quiet paddling
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2020
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dellwater Lake?
Dellwater Lake is in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Bemidji. It covers 199 acres and reaches 29 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Dellwater Lake?
Dellwater Lake covers 199 acres with about 2.5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 29 feet and its average depth is about 8 feet.
What fish can you catch at Dellwater Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Dellwater Lake?
Yes. Dellwater Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Dellwater Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Dellwater 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.
Is Dellwater Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Dellwater Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.