Sylvia Lake
About Sylvia Lake
Sylvia Lake is an 181-acre lake near Debs in Beltrami County, Minnesota. It reaches 38 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 2.1 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 Sylvia Lake
- 181 acres, up to 38 feet deep, near Debs
- 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
- 181 acres
- Max depth
- 38 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.1 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 54 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 Sylvia Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sylvia Lake?
Sylvia Lake is in Beltrami County, Minnesota, near Debs. It covers 181 acres and reaches 38 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Sylvia Lake?
Sylvia Lake covers 181 acres with about 2.1 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 38 feet.
What fish can you catch at Sylvia Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Sylvia Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Sylvia Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Sylvia Lake.
Can you swim at Sylvia Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Sylvia 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.