Hernando DeSoto
Becker County, Minnesota — DOW #03003200
5 Surveys
171.18
Acres
22 ft
Max Depth
3
Fish Species
4
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Hernando DeSoto. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988-07-05 | Standard trap nets | 171.8 | — | 0.09 lb | 687 |
| 1988-07-05 | Standard gill nets | 34.0 | — | 0.06 lb | 34 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988-07-05 | Standard trap nets | 11.5 | — | 0.97 lb | 46 |
| 1988-07-05 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 1.20 lb | 1 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988-07-05 | Standard gill nets | 1.0 | — | 6.30 lb | 1 |
Depth Maps & Lake Info
Map & Directions
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Nearby Bait & Tackle
Cormorant Store
Pelican Rapids, MN
★ 4.6County 6 Gas & Bait
Detroit Lakes, MN
★ 4Deez Fish Co
Detroit Lakes, MN
★ 5Detroit Lakes Corner Market
Detroit Lakes, MN
★ 4.1Hod Fishing Rods
Detroit Lakes, MN
Lakes Sport Shop
Detroit Lakes, MN
★ 4.4L&M Fleet Supply
Detroit Lakes, MN
★ 4.5Osage Bait & Tackle
Osage, MN
★ 4.5Nearby Marinas
Resorts & Lodges Near Hernando DeSoto
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Hernando DeSoto. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Hernando DeSoto
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Plan Your Trip to Hernando DeSoto
- Weather forecast for Hernando DeSoto — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 47.1456°N, 95.2228°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.