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Pickerel
Becker County · Near Detroit Lakes · DOW 03028700
361 ac
Surface Area
74 ft
Max Depth
20.2 ft
Water Clarity
7 mi
Shoreline
1 Public Access
This lake has 1 public access point for launching watercraft or shore fishing.
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Fishing Forecast
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Highlights
Exceptionally clear water with 20.2 feet of visibility. You can see straight to the bottom in the shallows
74 feet at its deepest with plenty of structure for fish to hold in summer
Excellent fishing diversity with Northern Pike, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass all present
Great panfish lake with black crappie and bluegill and yellow perch. Solid pick for family fishing
Size Distribution
2025 DNR survey — how fish here compare to statewide averages
Small for speciesLarge for species
24″
35″
12″
9″
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Pickerel is a 361-acre lake located in Becker County, Minnesota near Detroit Lakes. It has a maximum depth of 74 feet. Known for Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie. Last surveyed by MN DNR in 2025.