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Fishing in Otsego, MN

Minnesota, United States

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Want trophy-size catches? These Otsego spots deliver

Top fish species in Otsego

Largemouth bass
Largemouth bass
Northern pike
Northern pike
Smallmouth bass
Smallmouth bass
Bluegill
Bluegill
Black crappie
Black crappie

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Walleye

Lake Nokomis

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Largemouth bass

French Creek

19 in · 5 lb

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Largemouth bass

7 in · 2 oz

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Walleye

Charley Lake

18 in · 1 lb

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Largemouth bass

Lake Bavaria

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Largemouth bass

Saint Louis Bay

13 in · 1 lb

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Walleye

Poplar Lake

26 in · 3 lb

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Bluegill

Lake Harriet

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Freshwater drum

Minnehaha Creek

15 in · 1 lb

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Smallmouth bass

Charley Lake

20 in · 4 lb

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About Otsego fishing

Check out the best fishing spots in and around Otsego, Minnesota. Anglers using Fishbrain have logged: 18,531 catches for Largemouth bass, 6,689 catches for Northern pike, and 3,779 catches for Smallmouth bass.

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Fishing regulations in Otsego

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Minnesota can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching species as of July 20, 2025. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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FAQ about Otsego fishing

Anglers in Otsego, MN recommend these top fishing spots: Mississippi River (MN), Rum River, Elk River, Lake Orono, and Crow River.
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