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We want to see what you've caught on Long Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Long Lake, MN
- How big is Long Lake?
- How deep is Long Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Long Lake?
- Are there fishing guides or charters for Long Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Long Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Long Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Long Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Long Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Long Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Long Lake?
How big is Long Lake?
How deep is Long Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Long Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Bluntnose Minnow, Cisco (Tullibee), Common Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Spottail Shiner and White Sucker.
Are there fishing guides or charters for Long Lake?
What are the closest cities to Long Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Long Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Long Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Long Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Long Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
Long Lake is a 756-acre mesotrophic (moderately fertile) lake located in west-central Otter Tail County approximately nine miles north of Fergus Falls, MN. Long Lake is located within the Otter Tail River Watershed. An inlet is located along the east shoreline and an outlet dam is located along the northwest shoreline. The immediate watershed is composed primarily of agricultural land interspersed with hardwood woodlots. The maximum depth of Long Lake is 73 feet; however, 40% of the lake is less than 15 feet in depth. The secchi disk reading was 8.3 feet. Previous secchi disk readings have ranged from 5.6 to 8.0 feet.
The western portion of Long Lake has been extensively developed. Homes and cottages compose the majority of the development. A DNR owned concrete public access is located off County Road 27 along the southwest shoreline of the lake. The shoal water substrates consist primarily of sand and gravel. Large stands of hardstem bulrush and common cattail are prevalent throughout the eastern portion of the lake. Emergent aquatic plants such as bulrush and cattail provide valuable fish and wildlife habitat, and are critical for maintaining good water quality. They protect shorelines and lake bottoms, and can actually absorb and break down polluting chemicals. Emergent plants provide spawning areas for fish such as Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and panfish. They also serve as important nursery areas for all species of fish. Because of their ecological value, emergent plants may not be removed without a DNR permit. To maintain the excellent water quality and angling that this lake has to offer, it is imperative to preserve the quality of the aquatic habitat.
Long Lake can be ecologically classified as a Bass-Panfish type of lake and this is reflected in the assemblage of the fish community. Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill are the dominant gamefish species in the lake. Suitable spawning habitat for these species exists throughout the lake.
Walleye are also a primary management specie. Walleye abundance is the highest recorded for this lake. Walleyes ranged in length from 7.2 to 27.7 inches with an average length and weight of 14.9 inches and 1.3 pounds. Walleyes attain an average length of 14.7 inches at four years of age.
Northern Pike have historically been very abundant. Age data indicate that reproduction is consistently good. Northern Pike size structure has consistently been poor. Pike ranged in length from 15.0 to 34.7 inches with an average length and weight of 20.9 inches and 2.0 pounds. Northern pike growth is slow; pike attain an average length of 22.7 inches at five years of age.
A high-density Largemouth Bass population exists. Bass ranged in length from 5.9 to 14.7 inches. Age data indicated that Largemouth Bass reproduction is consistently good. Bass attain an average length of 12.8 inches at five years of age.
Bluegill abundance has historically been high and reproduction has consistently been good. Twenty percent of the Bluegills were 7.0 inches or greater in length. Bluegills attain an average length of 6.7 inches at six years of age.
Anglers can maintain the quality of fishing by practicing selective harvest. Selective harvest encourages the release of medium to large-size fish while allowing the harvest of more abundant smaller fish for table fare. Releasing the medium to large fish will ensure that the lake will have enough spawning age fish on an annual basis and will provide anglers with more opportunities to catch large fish in the future.
What is the average air temp for Long Lake?
Are there any state parks near Long Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Long Lake...DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
Lake Jewett | 1.3 mi | 731 | 75 ft |
Devils Lake | 2.7 mi | 355 | 67 ft |
Rice Lake | 3.2 mi | 350 | 8 ft |
Anderson Lake | 3.4 mi | 89 | 25 ft |
Tonseth Lake | 4.2 mi | 149 | 27 ft |
Otter Tail River | 4.3 mi | 313 | 55 ft |
L. Heilberger Lake | 4.7 mi | 28 | 21 ft |
Crystal Lake | 4.8 mi | 1,412 | 55 ft |
Heilberger Lake | 4.8 mi | 221 | 47 ft |
Mule Lake | 4.9 mi | 53 | 31 ft |