Pomme De Terre Lake Fishing
Grant County, 1,816 acres, 23 feet deep.
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First look at Pomme De Terre Lake
The DNR lists Pomme De Terre Lake as a lake covering 1,816 acres in Grant County. Soundings put the deepest water at 23 feet, with an average of 10 feet. About 89% of the lake, 1,613 acres, is under 15 feet deep. About 5 miles separate the lake from Elbow Lake. Surveys come from the Glenwood area fisheries office.
DNR surveys have recorded walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill and largemouth bass. Anglers launch from 3 public water accesses. The newest catch data come from a standard survey on August 21, 2023. Walleye numbers, 11.92 per gill net, landed within the range the DNR expects (3.2-15.3).
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These rows come from the standard survey on August 21, 2023; the normal range is the DNR range for lakes of the same class.
| Species | Gear | Caught | Per set | Normal range | Avg lb | Normal lb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | Standard gill nets | 143 | 11.92 | 3.2-15.3 | 0.96 | 0.9-1.9 |
| Walleye | Standard trap nets | 15 | 1 | 0.3-1.7 | 4.17 | 0.9-2.4 |
| Northern pike | Standard gill nets | 12 | 1 | 1.2-7.8 | 3.82 | 1.5-3.0 |
| Northern pike | Standard trap nets | 5 | 0.33 | 3.51 | ||
| Yellow perch | Standard gill nets | 68 | 5.67 | 3.0-22.5 | 0.09 | 0.1-0.4 |
| Yellow perch | Standard trap nets | 3 | 0.2 | 0.3-2.6 | 0.11 | 0.1-0.3 |
| Black crappie | Standard gill nets | 25 | 2.08 | 0.8-11.1 | 0.18 | 0.2-0.4 |
| Black crappie | Standard trap nets | 11 | 0.73 | 1.0-12.3 | 0.67 | 0.2-0.5 |
| Bluegill | Standard gill nets | 10 | 0.83 | 0.12 | ||
| Bluegill | Standard trap nets | 380 | 25.33 | 1.0-14.9 | 0.15 | 0.2-0.4 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard trap nets | 37 | 2.47 | 0.1-0.8 | 1.13 | 0.4-1.5 |
| Largemouth bass | Standard electrofishing | 52 | 52 | 1.07 |
Gill net totals, Pomme De Terre Lake
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder lake survey data, survey report. Checked October 2026.
The Pomme De Terre Lake fishery in the DNR report
“Pomme de Terre Lake is a shallow, 1,758-acre basin located on the Pomme de Terre River between the towns of Elbow Lake and Ashby in Grant County.”
“Mean and maximum depths are 10.0 and 23.0 feet, respectively.”
“Three public access locations are available on Pomme de Terre Lake.”
“Boaters should be aware of numerous shallow rocky areas, especially during periods of low water levels.”
Quoted from the DNR status of the fishery for Pomme De Terre Lake (report). Checked October 2026.
Where trailers back down on Pomme De Terre Lake
- Pomme De Terre Lake (E) Access1 ramp, 6 trailer stalls, 1 dock, City of Elbow Lake
- Pomme De Terre Lake (S), Tipsinah Mound Access1 ramp, 15 trailer stalls, 1 dock, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
- Pomme De Terre Lake (W) Access1 ramp, 8 trailer stalls, 1 dock, toilet, DNR Division of Parks and Trails
Accesses a short drive from Pomme De Terre Lake
- Thorstad Lake AccessThorstad, 2 miles south
- Lee Lake Access near Elbow LakeLee, 2 miles southeast
- Pelican Lake Access near AshbyPelican, 4 miles northeast
- Christina Lake AccessChristina, 6 miles northeast
- Barrett Lake AccessBarrett, 8 miles south
- Ten Mile Lake Access near DaltonTen Mile, 8 miles northwest
Minnesota DNR Public Water Access Sites and Public Fishing Sites layers and LakeFinder, checked October 2026.
Depth and shape of Pomme De Terre Lake
Since 2007, 4 Secchi readings have been recorded on Pomme De Terre Lake.
DNR LakeFinder morphology and water clarity, DNR ice-out records (ice-out data), checked October 2026.
Pomme De Terre Lake elevation
The Pomme De Terre Lake level history is a DNR volunteer gauge series, not a live feed.
DNR lake level record (datum MSL 1912).
Fish on record for Pomme De Terre Lake
Species for Pomme De Terre Lake come from DNR survey nets, so small or rare fish may be missing.
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder species list and survey catch.
Bag and size limits on Pomme De Terre Lake
The statewide table below is every limit that applies on Pomme De Terre Lake.
| 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 |
Map position places Pomme De Terre Lake in the North-central Zone for pike and bass.
2026 Minnesota Fishing Regulations and LakeFinder special regulations, checked October 2026. All Minnesota limits.
Pomme De Terre Lake compared with its neighbors
| Lake | Distance | Acres | Max depth ft | Accesses | Walleye per gill net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomme De Terre Lake | 1,816 | 23 | 3 | 11.92 | |
| Pelican Lake, Grant County | 5 miles northeast | 3,761 | 21 | 1 | 13.42 |
| Barrett Lake | 7 miles south | 530 | 28 | 1 | 24.5 |
| Clear Lake, Otter Tail County | 8 miles north | 399 | 29 | 1 | 4.44 |
| Ten Mile Lake, Otter Tail County | 8 miles northwest | 1,428 | 51 | 1 | 10.22 |
| Anka Lake | 8 miles northeast | 130 | 10 | 0 |
DNR LakeFinder morphology, access layer and latest survey per lake.
Close by Pomme De Terre Lake
Lakes a short haul from Pomme De Terre Lake
- Pelican Lake, Grant County5 miles northeast
- Barrett Lake7 miles south
- Clear Lake, Otter Tail County8 miles north
- Ten Mile Lake, Otter Tail County8 miles northwest
- Anka Lake8 miles northeast
Bait counters serving Pomme De Terre Lake
- Chumpy's Bait Shopbait and tackle shop, Elbow Lake, 5 miles
- T & B's Short Stopfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Ashby, 6 miles
- Urbank Live Bait Incbait and tackle shop, Clitherall, 16 miles
- Ben's Bait Shopbait and tackle shop, Battle Lake, 19 miles
- Fleet Farmsporting goods store, Fergus Falls, 21 miles
- Big Foot Gas & Groceryfarm and general store with fishing supplies, Vining, 24 miles
Places to bunk near Pomme De Terre Lake
- Elbow Lake5 miles
- Ashby6 miles
- Barrett8 miles
Minnesota counties sharing Pomme De Terre Lake
- Grant Countyseat: Elbow Lake
Spinning and baitcasting picks for Pomme De Terre Lake
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Species in the nets at Pomme De Terre Lake
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Answers before you launch on Pomme De Terre Lake
Where does Pomme De Terre Lake sit on a Minnesota map?
The lake point falls in Grant County, managed from the Glenwood fisheries office, about 5 miles from Elbow Lake.
What acreage does LakeFinder give Pomme De Terre Lake?
1,816 surface acres, 23 feet at the deepest.
Where is the public access on Pomme De Terre Lake?
The DNR layer lists 3 public accesses; Pomme De Terre Lake (W) Access is a good start.
Is Pomme De Terre Lake a good panfish lake?
walleye, northern pike, yellow perch, black crappie, bluegill, largemouth bass and smallmouth bass, per DNR surveys.
Is Pomme De Terre Lake above normal for walleye?
A standard survey on August 21, 2023; walleye ran 11.92 per gill net.
Is Pomme De Terre Lake under experimental regulations?
Statewide limits, North-central Zone.
Do I need a Minnesota license for Pomme De Terre Lake?
Minnesota residents 16 to 89 need an angling license ($25 for the year); nonresidents 16 and older pay $51.
When does Pomme De Terre Lake freeze and thaw?
LakeFinder lists 2.9 feet average clarity.
Where can I buy minnows near Pomme De Terre Lake?
Closest on our list: Chumpy's Bait Shop, 5 miles.
Hook up the trailer for Pomme De Terre Lake
The license page lists every Minnesota limit.