Spring
Otter Tail County, Minnesota — DOW #56068200
7 Surveys
50.8
Acres
22 ft
Max Depth
4
Fish Species
8
Local Guides
DNR Fish Surveys
Catch-per-unit-effort (CPUE) data from Minnesota DNR fish population assessments on Spring. Green = above normal range. Red = below normal.
Yellow Perch
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-06-06 | Standard trap nets | 6.0 (above normal) | 0.5 – 5.3 | 0.10 lb | 24 |
| 1991-06-06 | Standard gill nets | 8.0 (normal) | 2.5 – 24.8 | 0.19 lb | 8 |
Green Sunfish
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-06-06 | Standard trap nets | 36.0 (above normal) | 0.2 – 2.1 | 0.07 lb | 144 |
Northern Pike
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-06-06 | Standard gill nets | 14.0 (above normal) | 4.5 – 11.3 | 2.18 lb | 14 |
| 1991-06-06 | Standard trap nets | 0.8 | — | 1.83 lb | 3 |
Black Bullhead
| Date | Gear | CPUE | Normal Range | Avg Weight | Total Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991-06-06 | Standard gill nets | 71.0 (above normal) | 11.5 – 57.8 | 0.27 lb | 71 |
| 1991-06-06 | Standard trap nets | 13.0 (normal) | 1.1 – 25.2 | 0.47 lb | 52 |
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 Spring
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Fish Species
Species known to inhabit Spring. Click any species for a full fishing guide.
Fishing Guides Near Spring
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Plan Your Trip to Spring
- Weather forecast for Spring — check wind, rain, and temperature before you go
- GPS: 46.2932°N, 95.9675°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.