Does South Turtle Lake have walleye?

Yes. Walleye have been documented in South Turtle Lake alongside 12 other species.

Is South Turtle Lake good for fishing?

South Turtle Lake has 13 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 South Turtle Lake?

South Turtle Lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota has 13 documented fish species: black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, hybrid sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, walleye, white sucker, 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 white sucker yellow bullhead yellow perch

Game Fish & Panfish in South Turtle Lake

South 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 35 feet across 837 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Clarity	14.1 ft
Maximum Depth	35 ft
Surface Area	837 acres
Public Access	Yes
Species Count	13

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