West Olaf Lake
About West Olaf Lake
West Olaf Lake is a 209-acre lake near Pelican Rapids in Otter Tail County, Minnesota. It reaches 61 feet at its deepest point, and has roughly 5 miles of shoreline. DNR surveys put average water clarity at about 8.5 feet.
Minnesota DNR fisheries surveys list 4 fish species here, including largemouth bass and bluegill. The most recent fisheries survey on file dates to 2007.
There is one public boat launch (concrete surface) managed by the Minnesota DNR.
Plan Your Visit to West Olaf Lake
- 209 acres, up to 61 feet deep, near Pelican Rapids
- 1 public boat launch (concrete) — managed by the Minnesota DNR
- Game fish on the DNR survey: largemouth bass and bluegill
- Average water clarity around 8.5 feet
Access & Fees
- Public access
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Launch fee
- Free at DNR accesses
- Managed by
- Minnesota DNR
Conditions
- Surface area
- 209 acres
- Max depth
- 61 ft
- Shoreline
- 5 mi
- Water clarity
- 8.5 ft
- Shallows (under 15 ft)
- 73 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
- 1 public boat launch (concrete)
- Ice is never completely safe — check thickness yourself before walking or driving on any lake
Angler's Report
Minnesota DNR LakeFinder- Species on survey
- 4
- Game fish
- 2
- Stocked
- No
- Last DNR survey
- 2007
- 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 West Olaf Lake?
West Olaf Lake is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, near Pelican Rapids. It covers 209 acres and reaches 61 feet deep.
How big and how deep is West Olaf Lake?
West Olaf Lake covers 209 acres with about 5 miles of shoreline. Its maximum depth is 61 feet.
What fish can you catch at West Olaf Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys list Largemouth Bass and Bluegill. A Minnesota fishing license is required for anyone 16 and older.
Is there a public boat launch on West Olaf Lake?
Yes. West Olaf Lake has 1 public boat launch (concrete), managed by the Minnesota DNR. DNR public water accesses are free to use.
Can you swim at West Olaf Lake?
There is no mapped public swim beach at West Olaf 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 West Olaf Lake stocked?
The DNR has no stocking report on file for West Olaf Lake; its fishery is sustained by natural reproduction or has not been stocked recently.