Guide To Fishing At Pelican Lake

AKA: Pelican Lake in Otter Tail County

Just one of over a hundred lakes in the immediate area, Pelican Lake stands out for great fishing and recreation. This 4,000-acre lake is located in the western part of the state, at Clear View, with easy access off US Highway 59.

Available Fish Species
Amenities
Today's Weather & Forecast
Rental Boats
Boat Launch Ramps
Marinas
Campgrounds & RV Parks
Map
Lake Video
Contact Info

Bass anglers will enjoy exploring over fifty miles of shoreline. The lake has healthy populations of bass, crappie, walleye, perch, pike and sunfish, all caught with regularity throughout the season. Ice fishing is generally good for walleye, perch, crappie and bluegill. Boating access is via Pelican Lake Launch, located on the east end of the lake, off E Pelican Lake Road.

What to fish for...

Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, green sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, rock bass, yellow perch and northern pike at Pelican Lake in Minnesota.

Primary fish species residing in Pelican Lake

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Pelican Lake Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

Today's Weather & Forecast

Fishing Boat Rentals

Umotors Pelican Lake
Rentals: Pontoon boats
218 532-2222

Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Pelican Lake Public Access - East Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, east side, off County Road 31, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

Pelican Lake Public Access - West Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off S Pelican Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.