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West Silent
Otter Tail County · Near Pelican Rapids · DOW 56051900
347 ac
Surface Area
58 ft
Max Depth
18 ft
Water Clarity
5 mi
Shoreline
1 Public Access
This lake has 1 public access point for launching watercraft or shore fishing.
Weather
Fishing Forecast
Depth Map
Highlights
Exceptionally clear water with 18 feet of visibility. You can see straight to the bottom in the shallows
Excellent fishing diversity with Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye all present
Great panfish lake with black crappie and bluegill and yellow perch. Solid pick for family fishing
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
Small for speciesLarge for species
13″
10″
8″
9″
Below avgAverageAbove avg
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West Silent is a 347-acre lake located in Otter Tail County, Minnesota near Pelican Rapids. It has a maximum depth of 58 feet. Known for Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Black Crappie, Bluegill. Last surveyed by MN DNR in 2025.