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Belle Lake
Location of lake in Minnesota.
Location of lake in Minnesota.
Belle Lake
Location in Minnesota
Location McLeod County and Meeker County, Minnesota
Coordinates 44°58′54″N 94°25′37″W / 44.98167°N 94.42694°W / 44.98167; -94.42694
Type lake
Surface area 826 acres (334 ha)
Max. depth 25 feet (7.6 m)

Belle Lake is a freshwater lake located in the state of Minnesota, in the United States. It's known for its natural beauty and is a popular spot for outdoor activities. The lake covers a large area and has a unique shape, stretching across two different counties.

Where is Belle Lake Located?

Belle Lake is found in two parts of Minnesota:

  • The southern part of the lake is in McLeod County. This section makes up about two-fifths of the lake.
  • The northern part of the lake is in Meeker County. This section covers the remaining three-fifths of the lake.

This means that if you're standing on one side of the lake, you might be in a different county than someone on the other side!

Facts About Belle Lake

Belle Lake is a good size for a lake in Minnesota. Here are some interesting facts:

  • Size: The lake covers an area of 826 acres (334 ha). To give you an idea, one acre is about the size of a football field without the end zones. So, this lake is quite large!
  • Depth: The deepest part of Belle Lake is 25 feet (7.6 m). This is about as tall as a two-story building.
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