Walker Lake
About Walker Lake
Walker Lake is a 578-acre lake near Ottertail in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 29 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 4.8 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.4 feet.
The DNR has no fish survey on file for this lake, so treat any fishing as exploratory.
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.
Plan Your Visit to Walker Lake
- 578 acres, up to 29 feet deep, near Ottertail
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Average water clarity around 8.4 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
- 578 acres
- Max depth
- 29 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.8 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.4 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 342 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)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Activities
Amenities
Fish Species
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Walker Lake?
Walker Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Ottertail. It covers 578 acres and reaches 29 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Walker Lake?
Walker Lake covers 578 acres with about 4.8 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 29 feet.
What fish can you catch at Walker Lake?
The DNR has no fish survey on file for Walker Lake.
Is there a public boat launch on Walker Lake?
Yes. Walker Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Walker Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Walker 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.
Does Walker Lake have invasive species?
Yes. The DNR lists Walker 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.