Is Little Turtle Lake Safe for Swimming?
Little Turtle Lake in Beltrami County, Minnesota has a water quality grade of B (Good). Good for swimming, clear water with low algae levels. Water clarity: 7 ft visibility. Phosphorus: 23 µg/L. Always check local health department advisories before swimming.
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall Grade | B (Good) |
| Water Clarity (Secchi Depth) | 7 ft |
| Phosphorus | 23 μg/L |
| Maximum Depth | 25 ft |
| Location | Beltrami County, Minnesota |
How does Little Turtle Lake compare?
With an overall water quality grade of B, Little Turtle Lake matches or beats the Minnesota state average of Grade C. It ranks #65 of 86 lakes in Beltrami County by water quality score.
Water clarity (Secchi depth) sits at 7 feet. That puts the lake in good clarity range, with limited algae interference.