Fiske Lake
Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Battle Lake. DNR lake ID 56043000.
Fiske Lake is a 253.8-acre lake in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Battle Lake. Its deepest point reaches 26 ft, and about 73% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 9.5 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 56043000 |
|---|---|
| County | Otter Tail County, near Battle Lake |
| Surface area | 253.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 26 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 73% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 9.5 ft through 2018 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 21.6 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 5.3 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 1 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2018: clarity 9.5 ft, phosphorus 21.6 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 5.3 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Fiske Lake rates as mesotrophic.
Fishing on Fiske Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2016 (10 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walleye | gill | 0.17 | 0.5 to 2.3 |
| Northern pike | gill | 14.5 | 3.5 to 8.9 |
| Northern pike | trap | 0.67 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 21.67 | 1.0 to 10.3 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 0.89 | 0.3 to 1.2 |
| Black crappie | gill | 2.83 | 1.0 to 3.9 |
| Black crappie | trap | 1.44 | 0.8 to 4.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 15.67 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 13.11 | 9.5 to 57.3 |
| Largemouth bass | gill | 4.17 | 0.4 to 1.6 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.78 | 0.3 to 1.4 |
| Pumpkinseed | gill | 2.0 | n/a |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 3.44 | 1.5 to 6.8 |
| Hybrid sunfish | gill | 0.33 | n/a |
| Hybrid sunfish | trap | 1.67 | n/a |
Walleye catch was below the typical range for similar lakes in that survey.
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 29.0 in (2016), Walleye 21.0 in (2016), Largemouth bass 17.0 in (2016).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Walleye, Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Hybrid sunfish, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
- Fiske Lake: 1 concrete slab launch ramp, 1 dock, 4 trailer spaces. 5 mi SW of the city of Battle Lake to S shore. Directions
DNR water access records (2023). Confirm current conditions with the DNR.
Nearby lakes
- South Turtle Lake 1.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Long Lake 2.7 mi, Otter Tail County
- German Lake 2.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Elbow Lake 3.1 mi, Otter Tail County
- North Turtle Lake 3.5 mi, Otter Tail County
- Dane Lake 3.8 mi, Otter Tail County
- Stalker Lake 3.9 mi, Otter Tail County
- Lundeberg Lake 3.9 mi, Otter Tail County
Questions about Fiske Lake
How deep is Fiske Lake?
Fiske Lake reaches a maximum depth of 26 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 73% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Fiske Lake?
Fiske Lake covers about 253.8 acres in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
How clear is Fiske Lake?
Summer water clarity on Fiske Lake averages 9.5 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2018. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Fiske Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Fiske Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Fiske Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, hybrid sunfish, white sucker, yellow bullhead in Fiske Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2016.
Where is the public boat access on Fiske Lake?
Fiske Lake has 1 public water access site on DNR record: Fiske Lake.
How is the walleye population on Fiske Lake?
In Minnesota DNR net surveys from 2010 to 2016, walleye numbers on Fiske Lake ran mostly within the typical range for similar lakes. Nets measure how many fish a lake holds, not where they’re biting, so local guides are the best source for current fishing.
Are there lake homes for sale on Fiske Lake?
Homes on Fiske Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Fiske Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Fiske Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 73% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 9.5 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Fiske Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Fiske Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Fiske Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Otter Tail County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2016), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.