Torgerson Lake

Torgerson Lake near 46.1723, -95.7258 is a lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. Torgerson Lake covers about 148 acres.

What to Expect at Torgerson Lake

Torgerson Lake is small enough to check weeds, wood, rock and the first deep drop without spending the whole day moving around.

Fish and Useful Baits at Torgerson Lake

Fish reported from Torgerson Lake include black bullhead, black crappie, bluegill, brown bullhead, green sunfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, pumpkinseed, yellow bullhead, and yellow perch.

Bass

For bass at Torgerson Lake, fish weeds, wood and shade with a spinnerbait, jig or Texas-rigged worm for largemouth.

Crappie, Yellow Perch, and Sunfish

For panfish at Torgerson Lake, use a small jig or minnow beside brush for crappie, and fish a worm, cricket or tiny jig near weeds for bluegill, pumpkinseed, and green sunfish, and keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Northern Pike

For large predators at Torgerson Lake, cast a spoon, spinnerbait or swimbait beside weeds for northern pike.

Bullheads

For bottom fishing at Torgerson Lake, fish a worm or small piece of cut bait in quiet water for bullheads.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Torgerson Lake

On a first trip to Torgerson Lake, check one quiet cove, one rocky or firm point and the nearby deep water with a moving lure, then use a jig or worm where you find fish.

When to Fish Torgerson Lake

Spring at Torgerson Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is a good time to fish shade, weeds and the first drop into deeper water. Fall at Torgerson Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.