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Pelican
Otter Tail County · Near Pelican Rapids · DOW 56078600
3,962 ac
Surface Area
55 ft
Max Depth
16.3 ft
Water Clarity
17 mi
Shoreline
2 Public Accesses
This lake has 2 public access points for launching watercraft or shore fishing.
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Highlights
3,962 acres, large enough for a full day on the water but not so big you'll get lost
Exceptionally clear water with 16.3 feet of visibility. You can see straight to the bottom in the shallows
Excellent fishing diversity with Muskellunge, Northern Pike, Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass all present
In Otter Tail County near Pelican Rapids, one of the most lake-dense counties in the country
Size Distribution
2025 DNR survey — how fish here compare to statewide averages
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Pelican is a 3,962-acre lake located in Otter Tail County, Minnesota near Pelican Rapids. It has a maximum depth of 55 feet. Known for Walleye, Muskellunge, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass. Last surveyed by MN DNR in 2025.