Turtle

Lake County

Near Silver Rapids

DOW: 38070400

Northern PikeExcellent · 90Yellow PerchGood · 66

A 343-acre lake near Silver Rapids in Lake County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1977.

Fish Species (3)

Northern Pike

Excellent · 90

Above-normal numbers · large fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977

Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

5.66 lbs

Catch rate: 6.3 per gill net · typical 2–6.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 18, 1977	6.25	-	5.66 lbs	Standard gill nets

Yellow Perch

Good · 66

Typical numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977

Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.15 lbs

Catch rate: 13.8 per gill net · typical 2.2–14.6 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 18, 1977	13.75	-	0.15 lbs	Standard gill nets

Other species in this lake (1)

Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.

White Sucker

Good · 68

Above-normal numbers · small fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977

Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.25 lbs

Catch rate: 25.8 per gill net · typical 3.6–14.1 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 18, 1977	25.75	-	1.25 lbs	Standard gill nets

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Fishing Regulations

Statewide limits

Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.

Northern Pike

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Northeast zone

Angling: 2 (not more than 1 over 40" in possession. All from 30-40" must be immediatley released).

Perch

20 daily and 40 in possession

More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)

Northern Pike

Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Northeast zone

Darkhouse spearing: 2 (Not more than 1 over 26").

Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers

no limit

Biologist Notes

July 18, 1977Consists of large populations of northern pike, white suckers, and yellow perch. The northern pike are well above average in size.

Consists of large populations of northern pike, white suckers, and yellow perch. The northern pike are well above average in size.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Turtle?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Turtle. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at Turtle?

We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Turtle. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.

How deep is Turtle?

Turtle has a maximum depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Turtle last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Turtle is from 1977. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does Turtle have any invasive species?

No invasive species are on record for Turtle in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.

Are there special fishing regulations on Turtle?

No — Turtle has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide perch limit is: 20 daily and 40 in possession. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.