Turtle Lake
Beltrami County, Minnesota
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Fishing looks to be moderately 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 Turtle Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Turtle Lake, MN
- How big is Turtle Lake?
- How deep is Turtle Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Turtle Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Turtle Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Turtle Lake area?
- Are there topographical lake maps available Turtle Lake?
- Are there boat launches on Turtle Lake?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Turtle Lake?
- What are the fishing regulations for Turtle Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Turtle Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Turtle Lake?
How big is Turtle Lake?
How deep is Turtle Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Turtle Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Banded Killifish, Blackchin Shiner, Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Central Mudminnow, Cisco (Tullibee), Common Shiner, Hybrid Sunfish, Iowa Darter, Johnny Darter, Logperch, Mimic Shiner, Mottled Sculpin, Spottail Shiner, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Turtle Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Turtle Lake area?
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Are there topographical lake maps available Turtle Lake?
Are there boat launches on Turtle Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Turtle Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Turtle Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Turtle 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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What aquatic invasive species are found in Turtle 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
A temperature-dissolved oxygen profile was collected in the deepest basin on Turtle Lake on August 10, 2023, to evaluate the amount of cold, oxygenated water (i.e., oxythermal habitat) available to Cisco, also known as Tullibee. Based on the profile, the top of the thermocline (i.e., the location in the water column with the sharpest transition from warm to cold water) occurred at approximately 20 feet. Dissolved oxygen decreased to below 3.0 mg/L at 19.4 feet, which was just above or within the thermocline, at the time of sampling. The temperature at which dissolved oxygen decreased to below 3.0 mg/L (i.e., TDO3, a single variable to characterize oxythermal habitat) was 21.3?C (70.3?F).
TDO3 values near 21.5?C indicate that oxythermal conditions are marginal for Cisco. Low dissolved oxygen concentrations (less than 3 mg/L) below the thermocline and warm surface temperatures would likely limit available Cisco habitat within the water column to an extent. Data collected in 1993-2013 further indicate marginal oxythermal habitat in most years, with the least favorable conditions recorded in 2003. When inadequate oxythermal habitat is available, Cisco are squeezed into unfavorable, warmer water conditions and therefore experience higher levels of stress.
What is the average air temp for Turtle Lake?
Are there any state parks near Turtle 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 Turtle Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Fox Lake | 1.3 mi | 165 | 19 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 1.7 mi | 25 | |
| Little Turtle Lake | 1.7 mi | 469 | 25 ft |
| Movil Lake | 2.0 mi | 853 | 50 ft |
| Black Lake | 2.4 mi | 271 | 42 ft |
| Larson Lake | 2.7 mi | 203 | 49 ft |
| Three Island Lake | 2.9 mi | 729 | 25 ft |
| Beltrami Lake | 3.0 mi | 726 | 50 ft |
| Lake Campbell | 3.5 mi | 463 | 25 ft |
| Crane Lake | 3.6 mi | 99 |
