Does Peterson Lake have walleye?

Yes. Walleye have been documented in Peterson Lake alongside 15 other species.

Is Peterson Lake good for fishing?

Peterson Lake has 16 documented fish species and has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record. That is an above-average species count, which generally indicates a healthy multi-species fishery. The lake has confirmed public access.

What Fish Are in Peterson Lake?

Peterson Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota has 16 documented fish species: black crappie, bluegill, bowfin (dogfish), brown bullhead, common carp, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, rock bass, smallmouth bass, tullibee (cisco), walleye, white sucker, yellow bullhead, yellow perch. The lake has limited nutrient and algae sampling on record.

All Documented Species

black crappie bluegill bowfin (dogfish)brown bullhead common carp hybrid sunfish largemouth bass northern pike pumpkinseed rock bass smallmouth bass tullibee (cisco)walleye white sucker yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in Peterson Lake

Peterson Lake supports 6 of the region's most-targeted species: black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye. With a water-quality readings of — and a maximum depth of 69 feet across 2,540 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	5.9 ft
Maximum Depth	69 ft
Surface Area	2,540 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	16

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