Spring
A 51-acre lake near Wall Lake in Otter Tail County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1991.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 14.0 per gill net · typical 4.5–11.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 1991 | 14.00 | - | 2.18 lbs |
| Jun 6, 1991 | 0.75 | - | 1.83 lbs |
Green Sunfish
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 36.0 per trap net · typical 0.2–2.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 1991 | 36.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–24.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 1991 | 6.00 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jun 6, 1991 | 8.00 | - | 0.19 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.0 per trap net · typical 1.1–25.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 1991 | 71.00 | - | 0.27 lbs |
| Jun 6, 1991 | 13.00 | - | 0.47 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 6, 1991Spring Lake is included in class 36 of the MN DNR lake classification system. The northern pike gill net catch rate of 14.0 per net lift exceeds the n…
Spring Lake is included in class 36 of the MN DNR lake classification system. The northern pike gill net catch rate of 14.0 per net lift exceeds the normal range for this lake class. The average weight of individual pike was 2.2 pounds. Analysis of the length frequency distribution indicates that the northern pike population size structure is good, with over 90% of the sample greater than 18.0 inches in length. Green sunfish abundance, as indexed with trap net catches, was exceedingly high at 36.0 per net lift. This catch rate was thirteen times greater than the upper limit of the normal range. The yellow perch gill net catch rate of 8.0 per gill net lift was within the normal range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Spring?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Green Sunfish, and Yellow Perch in Spring. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Spring?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Spring. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Spring?
Spring has a maximum depth of 22 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Spring last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Spring is from 1991. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Spring have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Spring in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 50.8 acres
- Max Depth
- 22 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.41 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed