Fischer
Otter Tail County, Minnesota — DOW #56024700
12 Surveys
65.56
Acres
33 ft
Max Depth
8
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Fischer. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Tullibee (Cisco)
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 2.00 lb | 2 |
Brown Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard gill nets | 1.5 | — | 0.53 lb | 3 |
| 1976-07-25 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.50 lb | 1 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 | — | 1.25 lb | 10 |
Black Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard gill nets | 38.0 | — | 0.28 lb | 76 |
| 1976-07-25 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 | — | 0.20 lb | 2 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard trap nets | 4.0 | — | 0.31 lb | 16 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.75 lb | 1 |
| 1976-07-25 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 | — | 0.28 lb | 6 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard trap nets | 0.5 | — | 0.53 lb | 2 |
Yellow Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976-07-25 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 | — | 0.53 lb | 6 |
| 1976-07-25 | Standard trap nets | 0.3 | — | 0.70 lb | 1 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
Get DirectionsShowing 14 nearby bait & tackle shops on the map.
Nearby Bait & Tackle
Ben's Bait Shop
Battle Lake, MN
★ 4.6Carr's Lake Country Super Market
Ottertail, MN
★ 4.4Dunham's Sports
Fergus Falls, MN
★ 4.1Elizabeth General Store
Elizabeth, MN
★ 4.3Flagman Products
Fergus Falls, MN
JK-Outdoors
Fergus Falls, MN
★ 5Lakeland General Store
Pelican Rapids, MN
★ 4.8Lakes Community Coop - Ottertail Oasis
Ottertail, MN
★ 4Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Fischer
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Fischer. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Fischer
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Plan Your Trip to Fischer
- Weather forecast for Fischer — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 46.7156°N, 95.6737°W — Get Directions
- View on MN DNR LakeFinder for the latest survey data and lake info
- Review Minnesota fishing regulations for season dates and limits
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for ages 16+ — buy online at dnr.state.mn.us
Data sourced from Minnesota DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife. Last verified: March 19, 2026. Learn how we maintain this data.