Norway
Otter Tail County, Minnesota — DOW #56056900
47 Surveys
Special Regulations for Norway
This lake has regulations that differ from statewide defaults. Always check before fishing.
- Minimum size limit 10". Daily limit five.
- All from 14-20" must be immediately released. One over 20" allowed in possession.
- Daily limit five.
484.9
Acres
19 ft
Max Depth
6
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Norway. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-04-27 | Standard trap nets | 1.6 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.2 | 0.15 lb | 8 |
| 2018-05-01 | Special trap nets | 12.0 | — | 0.03 lb | 432 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 2.7 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.2 | 0.11 lb | 16 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 69.7 (above normal) | 1.0 – 10.3 | 0.31 lb | 209 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 13.3 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.2 | 0.20 lb | 80 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 114.7 (above normal) | 1.0 – 10.3 | 0.19 lb | 344 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-04-27 | Standard trap nets | 0.4 (below normal) | 1.5 – 6.8 | 0.25 lb | 2 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 1.3 (below normal) | 1.5 – 6.8 | 0.10 lb | 8 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 | — | 0.26 lb | 9 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 3.8 (normal) | 1.5 – 6.8 | 0.11 lb | 23 |
White Sucker
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-04-27 | Standard trap nets | 1.4 (above normal) | 0.3 – 0.9 | 5.77 lb | 7 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 5.3 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.7 | 3.04 lb | 16 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 1.7 (above normal) | 0.3 – 0.9 | 3.57 lb | 10 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 10.3 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.7 | 2.32 lb | 31 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 0.9 | 2.50 lb | 1 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-04-27 | Standard gill nets | 3.0 (below normal) | 3.5 – 8.9 | 1.80 lb | 3 |
| 1981-04-27 | Standard trap nets | 3.6 | — | 1.77 lb | 18 |
| 2018-05-01 | Special trap nets | 3.7 | — | 2.78 lb | 134 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 14.3 (above normal) | 3.5 – 8.9 | 1.92 lb | 43 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 6.7 | — | 1.68 lb | 40 |
| 2024-04-05 | Special trap nets | 3.9 | — | 3.24 lb | 118 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 10.0 (above normal) | 3.5 – 8.9 | 3.31 lb | 30 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 2.8 | — | 2.04 lb | 17 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-04-27 | Standard trap nets | 15.6 (normal) | 9.5 – 57.3 | 0.46 lb | 78 |
| 2018-05-01 | Special trap nets | 9.4 | — | 0.40 lb | 339 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 1.0 (below normal) | 9.5 – 57.3 | 0.10 lb | 6 |
| 2024-04-05 | Special trap nets | 10.7 | — | 0.12 lb | 322 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 4.8 (below normal) | 9.5 – 57.3 | 0.51 lb | 29 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981-04-27 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.0 | 0.28 lb | 4 |
| 2018-05-01 | Special trap nets | 16.2 | — | 0.62 lb | 582 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (above normal) | 1.0 – 3.9 | 0.08 lb | 12 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 3.8 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.0 | 0.33 lb | 23 |
| 2024-04-05 | Special trap nets | 2.2 | — | 0.72 lb | 66 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 1.0 – 3.9 | 0.20 lb | 1 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 1.2 (normal) | 0.8 – 4.0 | 0.24 lb | 7 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-05-01 | Special trap nets | 2.4 | — | 2.36 lb | 86 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 1.8 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 0.46 lb | 11 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 0.3 (below normal) | 0.4 – 1.6 | 0.10 lb | 1 |
| 2024-04-05 | Special trap nets | 4.4 | — | 2.91 lb | 131 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 5.0 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.4 | 0.29 lb | 30 |
Walleye
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-05-01 | Special trap nets | 1.4 | — | 4.50 lb | 50 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard gill nets | 5.0 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.3 | 2.39 lb | 15 |
| 1988-07-18 | Standard trap nets | 0.2 (below normal) | 0.3 – 0.5 | 4.30 lb | 1 |
| 2024-04-05 | Special trap nets | 2.3 | — | 4.73 lb | 68 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.3 | 1.00 lb | 18 |
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 1.2 (above normal) | 0.3 – 0.5 | 0.99 lb | 7 |
Golden Shiner
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-07-22 | Standard trap nets | 1.5 (above normal) | 0.1 – 0.5 | 9 |
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 Norway
Plan your stay — fishing resorts and lodges near Norway.
Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Norway. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Norway
Other Lakes in Otter Tail County
Plan Your Trip to Norway
- Weather forecast for Norway — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 46.3124°N, 95.8911°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.