Pickerel
Otter Tail County, Minnesota — DOW #56035100
10 Surveys
28.74
Acres
50 ft
Max Depth
15 ft
Mean Depth
7
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Pickerel. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 6.0 (normal) | 2.8 – 8.7 | 3.50 lb | 6 |
| 1972-07-13 | Standard trap nets | 3.0 | — | 2.47 lb | 3 |
Bluegill
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-13 | Standard trap nets | 345.0 (above normal) | 5.7 – 40.5 | 0.17 lb | 345 |
| 1972-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 53.0 | — | 0.04 lb | 53 |
Largemouth Bass
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-13 | Standard trap nets | 2.0 (above normal) | 0.3 – 1.6 | 0.60 lb | 2 |
Pumpkinseed
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 2.0 | — | 0.05 lb | 2 |
| 1972-07-13 | Standard trap nets | 48.0 (above normal) | 1.3 – 6.3 | 0.12 lb | 48 |
Brown Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-13 | Standard trap nets | 5.0 (above normal) | 0.5 – 2.2 | 0.72 lb | 5 |
Black Crappie
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-13 | Standard trap nets | 5.0 (above normal) | 0.5 – 3.3 | 0.44 lb | 5 |
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972-07-13 | Standard gill nets | 4.0 (normal) | 1.5 – 23.0 | 0.12 lb | 4 |
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 Pickerel
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Pickerel. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Pickerel
Other Lakes in Otter Tail County
Plan Your Trip to Pickerel
- Weather forecast for Pickerel — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 46.5541°N, 95.7613°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.