Does North Turtle Lake have walleye?

Yes. Walleye have been documented in North Turtle Lake alongside 11 other species.

Is North Turtle Lake good for fishing?

North Turtle Lake has 12 documented fish species and has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring. That is a typical species count for the region, supporting a mixed-species fishery. The lake has confirmed public access.

What Fish Are in North Turtle Lake?

North Turtle Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota has 12 documented fish species: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, walleye, yellow bullhead, yellow perch. The lake has nutrient and algae measurements on record from state and federal monitoring.

All Documented Species

black bullhead black crappie bluegill brown bullhead green sunfish hybrid sunfish largemouth bass northern pike pumpkinseed walleye yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in North Turtle Lake

North Turtle Lake supports 5 of the region's most-targeted species: black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, walleye. With a water-quality readings of — and a maximum depth of 19 feet across 1,773 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	4 ft
Maximum Depth	19 ft
Surface Area	1,773 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	12

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