Lake Ida
Becker County, Minnesota
Today's Fishing Forecast
Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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We want to see what you've caught on Lake Ida.Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Ida, MN
- How big is Lake Ida?
- How deep is Lake Ida?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Ida?
- Are there places to stay in the Lake Ida area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Lake Ida?
- Are there boat launches on Lake Ida?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Ida?
- What is the average air temp for Lake Ida?
- Are there any state parks near Lake Ida?
How big is Lake Ida?
How deep is Lake Ida?
What kind of fish can you catch in Lake Ida?
Other fish species in the lake include Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Lake Ida area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Lake Ida?
Are there boat launches on Lake Ida?
Are there places to eat and drink near Lake Ida?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Lake Ida?
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
A targeted survey of nearshore fish species in Ida Lake was conducted on September 6th-7th, 2023, by Index of Biological Integrity (IBI) Program staff. Sampling sites were evenly spaced around the lake, and each was sampled by backpack electrofishing and seining with a 50-foot or 15-foot seine, where possible. Backpack electrofishing was completed at fourteen sampling stations, but three stations were sampled from the boat due soft sediments. Similarly, a 50-foot seine was used to sample nine stations, and a 15-foot seine was used to sample two stations, and three stations were not seined due to soft sediments. Nearshore sampling captured twenty species of fish including four species that are intolerant of disturbance (Banded Killifish, Iowa Darter, Blackchin Shiner, and Blacknose Shiner) and two that are tolerant of disturbance (i.e., Fathead Minnow and Green Sunfish).
The nearshore data were combined with trap net and gill net data from a June 2023 survey to describe the fish community and provide a fish-based IBI (FIBI) score. The FIBI uses fish community data to measure a lake's health, and the types of fish species present can help identify any stressors that may be negatively affecting the lake environment. In Minnesota lakes, certain fish species cannot survive without clean water and a healthy habitat (e.g., Blackchin Shiner, Iowa Darter, and Rock Bass), while other species are tolerant of degraded conditions (e.g., Black Bullhead and Common Carp). The FIBI score, composed of several fish community diversity and composition metrics, indicates the overall health of a lake by comparing it to what is expected for a healthy lake. For additional information on the FIBI, search for "lake index of biological integrity" on the mndnr.gov website.
Results from this survey indicate that the fish community in Ida Lake is healthy, as indicated by an FIBI score that scores above the impairment threshold determined for similar lakes. These results are similar to previous findings, which indicated that Ida Lake fully supported aquatic life use based on the FIBI. These survey results will be considered when the biological health of the lake is assessed during the Otter Tail River Watershed assessment process, which will be completed in coordination with MN Pollution Control Agency.
What is the average air temp for Lake Ida?
Are there any state parks near Lake Ida?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Lake Ida...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Duck Lake | 1.6 mi | 35 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.8 mi | 12 | |
| Burton Lake | 1.8 mi | 84 | |
| Middle Cormorant Lake | 2.0 mi | 373 | 40 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.1 mi | 42 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.5 mi | 32 | |
| Tub Lake | 2.9 mi | 124 | |
| Big Cormorant Lake | 3.1 mi | 3,657 | 75 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 3.4 mi | 20 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 3.4 mi | 30 |
