Douglas County · 5,731 acres
Lake Miltona homes for sale
Homes on Lake Miltona sit in Douglas County near Miltona, Carlos, and Parkers Prairie. The lake is about 5,731 acres, 105 feet at its deepest, and known for walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass, and there is public access at three points listed by the Minnesota DNR.
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The lake
About Lake Miltona
Lake Miltona is the largest lake lying entirely within Douglas County, about 10 miles north of Alexandria beside the city of Miltona. The DNR has stocked muskellunge here since 1982 alongside a walleye and northern pike fishery.
Lake Miltona is the second-largest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site, after Lake Osakis (Lake Osakis straddles the Douglas and Todd county line). About 48% of it is under 15 feet deep, the DNR's littoral zone where most aquatic plants grow, and the rest is deeper water.
From the middle of Lake Miltona, as the crow flies, it is about 4 miles to Miltona, 6 miles to Carlos, and 8 miles to Parkers Prairie. Janet's office in Alexandria is 10 miles to the south.
Lake Miltona facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Surface area | 5,731 acres |
| Maximum depth | 105 feet |
| Littoral (under 15 ft) | 48% |
| Shoreline | 17.5 miles |
| Public access | Yes, 3 DNR-listed accesses |
| Fish species (DNR survey) | walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass |
| Invasive species (DNR) | zebra mussel |
| County | Douglas County |
| Nearest town | Miltona |
| Drive from Alexandria | about 14 mi to Miltona, 15 minutes |
| DNR lake ID | 21-0083-00 |
Figures from the Minnesota DNR LakeFinder, pulled 2026-09-22.
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What to know
Janet on the lakes
Shoreline on Lake Miltona ranges from sand and gravel to reeds and cattails. The type of frontage changes both the price and what a dock can do.
The buying a lake home guide covers docks, septic, shoreland rules and financing in more detail.
We were in the market for a cabin and met Janet, with our first visit to a cabin we were interested in. Janet worked tirelessly to help us find a place that met our requirements. She was extremely knowledgeable of lakes, homes and their backgrounds. I would recommend Janet for any real estate needs.
Track record
Janet's sales near Lake Miltona
Of the homes Home Match Realty listed and sold, the closest to Lake Miltona is in Alexandria, about 3 miles from the lake as the crow flies. The next closest are in Miltona (4 miles) and Carlos (6 miles).
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Talk to Janet
What would make Lake Miltona right for you?
To see what is for sale on Lake Miltona, call or text Janet at (320) 219-2488 and she will line up showings around your schedule.
If you are selling lakeshore, start with the selling a lake home guide or the home value form.
FAQ
Questions about Lake Miltona
Is there public access on Lake Miltona?
The Minnesota DNR lists public access at three points on Lake Miltona.
What fish are in Lake Miltona?
The DNR's surveys of Lake Miltona list walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, and smallmouth bass. The DNR has also confirmed zebra mussels in the lake. Its DNR lake ID is 21-0083-00, and its LakeFinder page has the survey reports.
How deep is Lake Miltona?
Lake Miltona reaches 105 feet at its deepest and covers about 5,731 acres, with 17.5 miles of shoreline. That makes it the fourth-deepest of the 24 Douglas County lakes on this site.
Can I put in a dock and a lift on Lake Miltona?
Usually yes, within Minnesota DNR rules on dock size and placement and any Douglas County or association limits. Existing docks and lifts are negotiated in the purchase agreement, so say what you want included.
From the blog
Reading about Lake Miltona
Selling
Selling a Lake Home: Timing, Docks, and Buyer Questions
When to list a Minnesota lake home, what to do with the dock and lift, and the well, septic, shoreline and access questions lake buyers always ask a seller.
Lakes
Lake Miltona vs Darling vs Carlos: A Buyer's Comparison
Lake Miltona, Lake Darling and Lake Carlos compared for home buyers: acres, depth, clarity, public access, drive to Alexandria and what each shoreline costs.
Lakes
Lakes Near Alexandria for a Year-Round Home vs a Cabin
For a year-round home near Alexandria, start with the Chain near town; for a cabin, compare shore and access. Carlos, Ida, Miltona and Osakis compared.
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