North Tamarack Lake
Becker County, Minnesota
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Fishing looks to be fairly active with peak fishing times around 7-8 AM and 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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We want to see what you've caught on North Tamarack Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About North Tamarack Lake, MN
- How big is North Tamarack Lake?
- How deep is North Tamarack Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in North Tamarack Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the North Tamarack Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on North Tamarack Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near North Tamarack Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for North Tamarack Lake?
- What is the average air temp for North Tamarack Lake?
- Are there any state parks near North Tamarack Lake?
How big is North Tamarack Lake?
How deep is North Tamarack Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in North Tamarack Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Blacknose Shiner, Golden Shiner, Johnny Darter, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the North Tamarack Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on North Tamarack Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near North Tamarack Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for North Tamarack Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations North Tamarack Lake that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?
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History & Status of the Fishery
The north basin of Tamarack Lake is a 1,442-acre lake located approximately 12 miles northeast of Detroit Lakes. It lies entirely within the boundaries of the Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge and is considered the headwaters of the Buffalo River. It is subject to occasional winterkill. The last severe winterkill occurred in 1997. Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and bullheads survived the low dissolved oxygen levels that year. In the spring of 2023, dead fish were reported following ice out, which prompted a fisheries survey to be conducted in May 2023 to assess the severity of the winterkill.
Dead fish of all species were observed while surveying. Trap nets captured Northern Pike, White Sucker, Yellow Perch, Brown Bullhead, Pumpkinseed, and Black Crappie. Yellow Perch were the most numerous. Northern Pike and Black Crappie were caught in good numbers with average lengths of 19 inches and nine inches, respectively. Unfortunately, North Tamarack Lake appears to have experienced a significant winterkill for Bluegill, Walleye, and Largemouth Bass during the 2022-2023 winter. As a result, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Black Crappie were stocked during 2023. While angling opportunities for Northern Pike and Black Crappie are still available, it will take a few years to have quality fishing for other species.
What is the average air temp for North Tamarack Lake?
Are there any state parks near North Tamarack 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 North Tamarack Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.5 mi | 10 | |
| North Twin Lake | 1.7 mi | 32 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.7 mi | 96 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.0 mi | 15 | |
| Mud Lake | 2.5 mi | 79 | |
| Evans Lake | 2.7 mi | 22 | |
| Werk Lake | 2.7 mi | 82 | |
| Little Cotton Lake | 3.0 mi | 40 | |
| Hanson Lake | 3.2 mi | 35 | 29 ft |
| Cotton Lake | 3.5 mi | 1,763 | 28 ft |
