Lizzie Lake (north portion) Fishing
Otter Tail County, 1,913 acres, 66 feet deep.
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Lizzie Lake (north portion), the basics
Count on 1,913 acres of water at Lizzie Lake (north portion), a lake in Otter Tail County. The DNR depth record tops out at 66 feet, with an average of 19.1 feet. Roughly 43% of the water (815 acres) sits shallower than 15 feet. For supplies, Pelican Rapids sits about 6 miles from the lake point. Management falls to the Fergus Falls area fisheries office.
DNR sampling has turned up walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill and largemouth bass. The DNR access layer lists 1 public water access. DNR crews completed a standard survey on June 9, 2025. Walleye came in at 2.75 per gill net, below the normal range for similar lakes (3.3-8.8).
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Figures are from the June 9, 2025 standard survey, with the normal range for comparable lakes.
| Species | Gear | Caught | Per set | Normal range | Avg lb | Normal lb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | Standard gill nets | 33 | 2.75 | 3.3-8.8 | 2.55 | 1.2-2.1 |
| Walleye | Standard trap nets | 5 | 0.42 | 0.2-0.8 | 3.44 | 1.0-2.7 |
| Northern pike | Standard gill nets | 164 | 13.67 | 2.8-9.0 | 1.6 | 1.6-2.8 |
| Northern pike | Standard trap nets | 3 | 0.25 | 2.24 | ||
| Yellow perch | Standard gill nets | 44 | 3.67 | 7.0-46.3 | 0.08 | 0.1-0.2 |
| Black crappie | Standard gill nets | 10 | 0.83 | 0.4-2.7 | 0.78 | 0.3-0.6 |
| Bluegill | Standard gill nets | 174 | 14.5 | 0.11 | ||
| Bluegill | Standard trap nets | 136 | 11.33 | 4.4-49.0 | 0.21 | 0.1-0.2 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard gill nets | 8 | 0.67 | 0.3-1.4 | 1.48 | 0.5-1.2 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard trap nets | 7 | 0.58 | 0.3-1.3 | 2.59 | 0.2-0.8 |
| Smallmouth bass | Standard gill nets | 13 | 1.08 | 0.1-0.9 | 2.03 | 0.9-2.0 |
| Smallmouth bass | Standard trap nets | 4 | 0.33 | 0.1-0.9 | 2.13 | 0.2-0.5 |
Gill net results from Lizzie Lake (north portion)
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder lake survey data, survey report. Checked October 2026.
DNR biologists on Lizzie Lake (north portion)
“Lizzie Lake is a 4,035-acre mesotrophic (moderately fertile) lake located in northwestern Otter Tail County approximately six miles northeast of Pelican Rapids, MN.”
“Lizzie Lake is located within the Otter Tail River Watershed.”
“Lizzie Lake is connected to Pelican Lake and Prairie Lake via the Pelican River.”
“The Pelican River inlet is located along the northwest shoreline of the lake while the outlet is located along the southwest shoreline.”
Quoted from the DNR status of the fishery for Lizzie Lake (north portion) (report). Checked October 2026.
Reaching Lizzie Lake (north portion) by boat
- Lizzie Lake Access near Pelican Rapids1 ramp, 6 trailer stalls, 1 dock, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
Landings around Lizzie Lake (north portion) on the map
- Franklin Lake (N) AccessFranklin, 2 miles northeast
- Lizzie Lake River AccessLizzie, 2 miles southwest
- Franklin Lake (NE) AccessFranklin, 3 miles east
- Crystal Lake Access near Pelican RapidsCrystal, 3 miles southeast
- Tamarac Lake AccessTamarac, 3 miles west
- Lida Lake (N) AccessNorth Lida, 3 miles southeast
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites and Public Fishing Sites layers and LakeFinder, checked October 2026.
Shallows and depth on Lizzie Lake (north portion)
The clarity record for Lizzie Lake (north portion) holds 7 Secchi readings going back to 2007.
DNR LakeFinder morphology and water clarity, DNR ice-out records (ice-out data), checked October 2026.
Species the DNR has recorded in Lizzie Lake (north portion)
DNR survey crews recorded each fish on this Lizzie Lake (north portion) list.
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder species list and survey catch.
Fish you may keep from Lizzie Lake (north portion)
No special regulation names Lizzie Lake (north portion), so the statewide inland rows apply.
| Species | Limit | Season |
|---|---|---|
| Walleye and sauger | 6 combined total (only 1 walleye over 20" in possession) | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (North-central Zone) | 10 (not more than 2 over 26", all from 22-26" must be immediately released) | May 9, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Northern pike (North-central Zone) | 10 (either 2 northern pike over 26" and none from 22 to 26" or 1 from 22 to 26" and 1 over 26") | Nov. 15, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 except where prohibited |
| Largemouth bass | Catch-and-release only | March 1 – May 22, 2026 |
| Largemouth bass | 6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth bass (when smallmouth season is open) | May 23, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Smallmouth bass | Catch-and-release only | March 1 – May 22, 2026 |
| Smallmouth bass | 6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth bass | May 23 – Sept. 13, 2026 |
| Smallmouth bass | Catch-and-release only | Sept. 14, 2026 – Feb. 28, 2027 |
| Crappie | 10 combined total | Continuous |
| Sunfish | 20 combined total | Continuous |
| Yellow perch | 20 daily, 40 in possession | Continuous |
| Muskellunge | 1 (minimum size 54") | June 6 – Nov. 30, 2026 |
| Channel catfish | 5 (only 1 over 24") | Continuous |
| Rock bass | 30 | Continuous |
| Cisco (tullibee) | 15 (over 7") | Continuous |
| Burbot (eelpout) | 4 | Continuous |
The pike and bass rows shown are the North-central Zone rows, the zone Lizzie Lake (north portion) falls in.
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations and LakeFinder special regulations, checked October 2026. All Minnesota limits.
Lizzie Lake (north portion) next to nearby lakes
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Accesses | Walleye per gill net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lizzie Lake (north portion) | 1,913 | 66 | 1 | 2.75 | |
| Franklin Lake, Otter Tail County | 2 miles east | 1,088 | 48 | 2 | 5.33 |
| Sand Lake, Otter Tail County | 2 miles west | 152 | 29 | 0 | 3.5 |
| Fish Lake near Pelican Rapids, Otter Tail County | 2 miles north | 293 | 69 | 0 | 4.67 |
| Crystal Lake, Otter Tail County | 3 miles southeast | 1,413 | 55 | 1 | 4.33 |
| Tamarac Lake | 4 miles northwest | 445 | 11 | 1 |
DNR LakeFinder morphology, access layer and latest survey per lake.
Around Lizzie Lake (north portion), up close
Lakes worth a look near Lizzie Lake (north portion)
- Franklin Lake, Otter Tail County2 miles east
- Sand Lake, Otter Tail County2 miles west
- Fish Lake near Pelican Rapids, Otter Tail County2 miles north
- Crystal Lake, Otter Tail County3 miles southeast
- Tamarac Lake4 miles northwest
Tackle stops on the way to Lizzie Lake (north portion)
- Park Region Sportssporting goods store, Pelican Rapids, 6 miles
- Clay County Bait Shopbait and tackle shop, Hawley, 12 miles
- J & K Marinamarina, Detroit Lakes, 14 miles
- Lakes Sport Shopsporting goods store, Detroit Lakes, 14 miles
- Quality Bait & Tacklebait and tackle shop, Detroit Lakes, 15 miles
- Four Cornersfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Detroit Lakes, 20 miles
Overnight bases for Lizzie Lake (north portion)
- Pelican Rapids6 miles
- Vergas10 miles
- Erhard12 miles
Counties surrounding Lizzie Lake (north portion)
- Otter Tail Countyseat: Fergus Falls
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Reader questions on Lizzie Lake (north portion)
How far is Lizzie Lake (north portion) from a city?
It lies in Otter Tail County, managed from the Fergus Falls fisheries office, about 6 miles from Pelican Rapids.
How much surface water does LakeFinder give Lizzie Lake (north portion)?
1,913 acres, 66 feet at the deepest.
Can I trailer a boat onto Lizzie Lake (north portion)?
There are 1 public access; Lizzie Lake Access near Pelican Rapids is the largest.
Does Lizzie Lake (north portion) have walleye?
The DNR has recorded walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass.
How recent is the Lizzie Lake (north portion) survey?
Most recently on June 9, 2025 (standard survey). walleye ran 2.75 per gill net.
Does Lizzie Lake (north portion) have special regulations?
Only statewide limits, North-central Zone for pike and bass.
Is a trout stamp needed on Lizzie Lake (north portion)?
Minnesota residents 16 to 89 need an angling license ($25 for the year); nonresidents 16 and older pay $51.
What is the water clarity of Lizzie Lake (north portion)?
Average Secchi clarity is 16.7 feet.
Is there a bait and tackle stop near Lizzie Lake (north portion)?
Park Region Sports is nearest at 6 miles.
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