The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (upper arm) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Lake Lida
Otter Tail County, Minnesota · about 5,940 acres (9.3 sq mi)
45°F water, calm this morning.
About Lake Lida
In Otter Tail County, Minnesota, Lake Lida covers about 5,940 acres.
From end to end it runs about 6 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 24 miles. At about 1,310 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. The nearest town, Pelican Rapids, is about 3.8 miles west. Fargo, the nearest city, is about 43 miles northwest.
- Size
- About 5,940 acres (9.3 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 24 miles
- End to end
- About 6 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,310 ft
- County
- Otter Tail County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise
- 3:15 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 6 mph
Saturday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise · wind 9 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 12 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish to expect
Expect the usual Minnesota mix for a lake this size: walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. The state fish and wildlife agency lists what is stocked and the rules for this lake. With the surface at 45°F, the notes below say which of them should be biting.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- SlowSmallmouth bass
Cold. Slow presentations on deep rock.
- GoodYellow perch
Schooled near weed edges and soft bottom.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Upper arm
The lake narrows toward the incoming river or creek; moving water carries food.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:23 am · sunset 4:52 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Lake Lida
- Pelican Rapidsabout 3.8 mi west
- Frazeeabout 14 mi northeast
- Detroit Lakesabout 16 mi north
- Fergus Fallsabout 17 mi south
- Fargonearest city, about 43 mi northwest
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Questions about Lake Lida
What fish are in Lake Lida?
Lakes like Lake Lida usually hold walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and yellow perch. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Lake Lida?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is Lake Lida?
About 5,940 acres, with about 24 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Lake Lida?
Pelican Rapids is about 3.8 miles west; Frazee is about 14 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Lake Lida today?
The surface was about 45°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Lake Lida on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
