Pleasant Lake
About Pleasant Lake
Pleasant Lake is a 385-acre lake near Underwood in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 38 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 13.5 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 12 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. 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 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to Pleasant Lake
- 385 acres, up to 38 feet deep, near Underwood
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 13.5 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
- 385 acres
- Max depth
- 38 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 13.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 235 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
- Walleye fishing
- 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
- 12
- Game fish
- 6
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- 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 Pleasant Lake?
Pleasant Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Underwood. It covers 385 acres and reaches 38 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Pleasant Lake?
Pleasant Lake covers 385 acres with about 4.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 38 feet.
What fish can you catch at Pleasant Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill, and Pumpkinseed and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Pleasant Lake?
Yes. Pleasant Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Pleasant Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Pleasant 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 Pleasant Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Pleasant Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.