Otter
A 117-acre lake near Togo in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1982.
Fish Species (5)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 28.3 per gill net · typical 3–26.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1982 | 1.25 | - | 0.16 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1982 | 28.33 | - | 0.31 lbs |
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.3 per gill net · typical 1.5–7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1982 | 8.33 | - | 1.64 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1982 | 0.25 | - | 1.00 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.8 per trap net · typical 0.8–8.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1982 | 1.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1982 | 6.75 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Other species in this lake (2)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–7.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1982 | 3.00 | - | 2.03 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1982 | 0.25 | - | 2.30 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 2.2–60.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1982 | 63.33 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1982 | 1.50 | - | 0.47 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 27, 1982There is a very high population of northern pike, bullhead, and perch,. The bullheads are not marketable size yet. The abundance of other fish is typi…
There is a very high population of northern pike, bullhead, and perch,. The bullheads are not marketable size yet. The abundance of other fish is typical of this type of lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Otter?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Pumpkinseed in Otter. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Otter?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Otter. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Otter?
Otter has a maximum depth of 17 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Otter last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Otter is from 1982. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Otter have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Otter in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
More lakes in Itasca County
View all2,249 acres
Yellow Perch · Northern Pike
676 acres
Yellow Perch
160 acres
Yellow Perch
104 acres
Yellow Perch · Black Crappie · Northern Pike
78 acres
Yellow Perch · Rainbow Trout · Brown Trout
62 acres
Yellow Perch · Black Crappie
Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 117.29 acres
- Max Depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.92 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed