Lydick Lake in Cass County: How and When to Fish It

• Overview

  Lydick Lake is listed under Cass County, Minnesota. It lies 1,306 feet above sea level. The water covers some 67 acres, so pick a bank rather than trying to cover it all. Bank access stretches around 1.3 miles in total. Bemidji lies 22 miles from the water. For a city, Fargo is 117 miles off. Being near a boundary, it pays to know which side you are fishing.

• Where to Fish on Lydick Lake

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Still water like this holds fish on the edges rather than out in the open. The shallow end warms first and pulls fish in ahead of the rest. Fish documented in Cass County include largemouth bass, yellow perch and bluegill. The county list is broader than any single water. On Lydick Lake the first feature you find is usually worth a session.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Between January at about 4°F and July at about 67°F, the water has a wide range to work through. A full turn of seasons, with the strongest sport on either side of summer. Expect a solid lid for months and a thaw around mid April. Climate averages put the opening at about mid April and the closing near mid November. The strongest runs come at either end of the open season. Lydick Lake runs to that rhythm year in and year out.

• Tackle & Baits

  Ownership and access are not documented in what we hold. This is a natural basin, not a dammed one. We find no slipway, car park or made path within a short radius, so treat access as rough. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Sort the permit out before you load the car. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. If the gate is shut, Mark Lake at 1.2 miles is the nearest alternative. Signs at Lydick Lake carry more weight than any list.