Shallow (Otter Tail)

Shallow Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota

This lake has 8 Layers or 15 Layers for HD Version

Shallow Lake is a 65-acre intimate natural lake in scenic Otter Tail County, featuring a maximum depth of 28 feet and 1.6 miles of shoreline. Despite its name suggesting otherwise, the lake provides respectable depth with varied underwater structure creating excellent habitat for fish populations. This productive fishery supports healthy populations of Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, and various panfish species, making it a local favorite for anglers seeking quality catches in a more intimate lake setting. The lake's modest size creates a peaceful atmosphere perfect for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, small boat recreation, swimming, and ice fishing during Minnesota winters, while the manageable 1.6-mile shoreline provides opportunities for shoreline fishing and nature observation without the crowds found on larger, more developed waters in the region.

Located in Otter Tail County, which proudly boasts 1,048 lakes—more than any other county in the United States—Shallow Lake offers convenient access to Minnesota's legendary lakes region where outdoor recreation opportunities are endless. The surrounding area features exceptional attractions throughout Otter Tail County including charming lakeside communities like Battle Lake, Ottertail, and Perham with unique boutique shopping, local restaurants, and summer festivals celebrating the region's rich Scandinavian heritage. Visitors can explore Glendalough State Park with Annie Battle Lake Heritage Fishery and 12 miles of scenic trails, Maplewood State Park with stunning overlook vistas from the Leaf Hills, the Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway connecting historic towns, and over 10 golf courses including championship layouts throughout the county. The area provides year-round recreation including the Central Lakes Trail system for biking and hiking, over 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, ice fishing extravaganzas on major lakes, and access to nearby Fergus Falls with the historic Kaddatz Galleries, Broken Down Dam Park along the Otter Tail River, and charming downtown shopping and dining along Lincoln Avenue.

This beautifully handcrafted laser-cut wooden topographical map of Shallow Lake would make a charming addition to your Otter Tail County lake cabin, home, or office, celebrating your connection to this intimate fishing gem in the county with more lakes than anywhere else in America. The artistic design features a natural wood top layer of maple or birch that perfectly frames the lake's compact 65-acre shape and 1.6 miles of shoreline detail, while the water depths are represented through a captivating gradient flowing from light blue in the shallower areas to deeper blue at the 28-foot maximum depth. Every bay, depth contour, and distinctive feature is precisely laser-etched into the multi-layered wood construction, creating a three-dimensional piece of wall art that beautifully captures the intimate character and peaceful fishing atmosphere of this beloved Minnesota lake in the heart of Otter Tail County's legendary 1,048-lake landscape.

Dimensions:

Small: 8"x12"

Medium: 12"x18"

Large: 16"x24"

Extra Large: 20"x30"

XX Large: 24"x36"

Gigantic 30"x45"

HD Extra Large: 20"x30" - 15 Layers

HD XX Large: 24"x36" - 15 Layers

HD Gigantic 30"x45" - 15 Layers

The difference between standard and HD maps is the number of layers. Standard maps have 1 land layer and 7 water layers. " The HD lake maps have 1 land layer and 14 water layers. So twice the detail. The HD Maps are limited to Extra Large, " XX Large, and Gigantic sizes only. On the smaller sizes the depth change of the wood is too extreme and you end up losing detail."