Belmont Lake
About Belmont Lake
Belmont Lake is a 285-acre lake near Clitherall in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 34 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.3 miles of shoreline.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2001.
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 Belmont Lake
- 285 acres, up to 34 feet deep, near Clitherall
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, pumpkinseed, and yellow perch
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 285 acres
- Max depth
- 34 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.3 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 108 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
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2001
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- No
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Plan your trip to Belmont Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Belmont Lake?
Belmont Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Clitherall. It covers 285 acres and reaches 34 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Belmont Lake?
Belmont Lake covers 285 acres with about 4.3 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 34 feet.
What fish can you catch at Belmont Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Belmont Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Belmont Lake.
Can you swim at Belmont Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Belmont 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 Belmont Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Belmont Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.