Ocheda Lake
About Ocheda Lake
Ocheda Lake is a 1,691-acre lake near Worthington in Nobles County, Minnesota. It reaches 5 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 20.6 miles of shoreline. It is the largest lake in Nobles County in the Minnesota DNR's LakeFinder records.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 10 fish species here, including black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and channel catfish. The DNR has stocking records for the lake, so check the stocking report for the most recent species and year classes. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2009.
There are 2 public boat launches (concrete surface) managed by the county.
Plan Your Visit to Ocheda Lake
- 1,691 acres, up to 5 feet deep, near Worthington
- 2 public boat launches (concrete) — managed by the county
- Game fish on the DNR survey: black crappie, white crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, and channel catfish
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- county
Conditions
- Surface area
- 1,691 acres
- Max depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 20.6 mi
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 1,691 acres
Rules & Regulations
- A Minnesota fishing license is required for anglers 16 and older
- Drain plugs must be out and all water drained before leaving any access; remove aquatic plants from boats and trailers
- Children under 10 must wear a life jacket on a boat that is underway
Facilities
- 2 public boat launches (concrete)
- Picnic area
Best For
- Ice fishing
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 10
- Game fish
- 5
- Stocked
- Yes
- Last DNR survey
- 2009
- Special regulations
- No
- Fishing pier
- No
- Ice fishing
- Yes
- Boat launch
- Yes
Fishing data: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Regulations change — confirm with the current DNR fishing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ocheda Lake?
Ocheda Lake is in Nobles County, Minnesota, near Worthington. It covers 1,691 acres and reaches 5 feet deep.
How big and how deep is Ocheda Lake?
Ocheda Lake covers 1,691 acres with about 20.6 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 5 feet.
What fish can you catch at Ocheda Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Channel Catfish and other species. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on Ocheda Lake?
Yes. Ocheda Lake has 2 public boat launches (concrete), managed by the county. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at Ocheda Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at Ocheda Lake. Minnesota's public waters are open to swimming where you have legal access, but there are no lifeguards or water-quality monitoring away from designated beaches.
Is Ocheda Lake stocked?
Yes. The Minnesota DNR has stocking records for Ocheda Lake; species and numbers vary by year, so see the stocking report on DNR LakeFinder.