Ten Mile Lake
About Ten Mile Lake
Ten Mile Lake is a 1,428-acre lake near Dalton in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 51 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 9.7 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 9.9 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 19 fish species here, including walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill. Special fishing regulations apply to largemouth and smallmouth bass, and they override the statewide limits. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2025.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR. The lake is listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry your boat and gear before leaving. Ice typically goes out around April 11, based on 6 years of DNR ice-out records.
Plan Your Visit to Ten Mile Lake
- 1,428 acres, up to 51 feet deep, near Dalton
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, and bluegill
- Special fishing regulations apply here and override the statewide limits
- Average water clarity around 9.9 feet
- Listed as infested with zebra mussel — clean, drain and dry before you leave
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,428 acres
- Max depth
- 51 ft
- Shoreline
- 9.7 mi
- Water clarity
- 9.9 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 597 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
- 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
- 19
- Game fish
- 9
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2025
- Special regulations
- Yes
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Special regulations on this lake
- Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass: All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
Ice-Out History
- Median ice-out
- April 11
- Years of record
- 6
- Earliest
- March 22, 2016
- Latest
- April 26, 2008
- Most recent
- April 12, 2020
See every lake on the ice-out tracker. Ice-out data: Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ten Mile Lake?
Ten Mile Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Dalton. It covers 1,428 acres and reaches 51 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ten Mile Lake?
Ten Mile Lake covers 1,428 acres with about 9.7 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 51 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ten Mile Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth 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 Ten Mile Lake?
Yes. Ten Mile Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ten Mile Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ten Mile 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 Ten Mile Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for Ten Mile Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.
Are there special fishing regulations on Ten Mile Lake?
Yes. All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
When does the ice go out on Ten Mile Lake?
The median ice-out date is April 11, from 6 years of Minnesota DNR records. The earliest on record is March 22, 2016 and the latest is April 26, 2008.
Does Ten Mile Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Ten Mile Lake as infested with zebra mussel. State law requires you to clean off plants, pull the drain plug and drain all water before leaving the access.