Rose Lake
About Rose Lake
Rose Lake is a 108-acre lake near Dalton in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 37 feet at its deepest point, with an average depth of about 15 feet, and has roughly 2.6 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 10 feet, clearer than most lakes in the state.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 15 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2007.
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 Rose Lake
- 108 acres, up to 37 feet deep, near Dalton
- No public access on record — access is through resorts, private landings or shoreline owners
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, and pumpkinseed
- Average water clarity around 10 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- No public access on record
- Launch fee
- —
Conditions
- Surface area
- 108 acres
- Max depth
- 37 ft
- Average depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.6 mi
- Water clarity
- 10 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 53 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
- 15
- Game fish
- 7
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2007
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rose Lake?
Rose Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dalton. It covers 108 acres and reaches 37 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Rose Lake?
Rose Lake covers 108 acres with about 2.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 37 feet and its average depth is about 15 feet.
What fish can you catch at Rose Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, 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 Rose Lake?
No. The DNR lists no public water access on Rose Lake.
Can you swim at Rose Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Rose 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 Rose Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Rose Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.