Turtle Lake

Turtle Lake near 47.8534, -91.5503 is a lake in Lake County, Minnesota. Turtle Lake covers about 343 acres and reaches a recorded 10 feet.

How the Size and Shape of Turtle Lake Affect Fishing

Turtle Lake is shallow enough that wind, weeds, shade and even a small dip in the bottom can make one part fish better than another.

Fish and Baits at Turtle Lake

Fish reported from Turtle Lake include northern pike, white sucker, and yellow perch.

Yellow Perch

For panfish at Turtle Lake, keep a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom for yellow perch.

Northern Pike

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

How the Seasons Change Turtle Lake

Spring at Turtle Lake is a good time to check warm coves and incoming water, and summer is best early or late around weeds, shade and the few deeper holes. Fall at Turtle Lake can bring fish back to windy points and banks, while winter calls for smaller baits fished slowly.

A Simple Plan for Fishing Turtle Lake

On a first trip to Turtle 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.

Useful Tackle for Turtle Lake

A medium spinning rod covers smaller lures at Turtle Lake, while a heavier rod and stronger leader are better for northern pike.

Turtle Lake FAQs

Where should an angler start on the 343-acre Turtle Lake?

At Turtle Lake, pick one cove and the closest point or drop into deep water, then fish that small area well before making a long move.

Should anglers fish the 10-foot deep end of Turtle Lake?

Not every trip. A better place at Turtle Lake is where a point, drop-off or group of baitfish gives the fish a reason to stop.

Which reported fish is a simple first target at Turtle Lake?

Northern pike is on the fish list for Turtle Lake, so start with a bait made for that fish instead of guessing at a species that may not be there.