Minnie Lake, North Dakota: Fishing Spots and Seasons

• Overview

  Minnie Lake lies in Cass County, North Dakota. The surface lies 1,214 feet up. Small at around 5 acres: two anglers spread out cover most of it. By elevation it sits in the lower part of our North Dakota listings. 16 miles away sits Valley City, the nearest town. Beyond it, Casselton at 29 miles and Mayville at 35 miles. The nearest boundary is a fair way off.

• Where to Fish on Minnie Lake

  Open data we checked carries no depth for this water. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. At Minnie Lake the water rewards a slow, careful approach. Marks on the bank tell you where others have fished.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect July to average close to 69°F, with January the cold end at about 6°F. The year runs cold to warm and back, with clear transitions. After mid April the shallows warm and the fish move up. The water is typically free of ice between mid April and late November. Fishing peaks soon after break-up and again before the cold returns. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Minnie Lake.

• Tackle & Baits

  The paperwork position is blank for this one. Nothing in the way of made access shows up nearby: no ramp, no car park, no path. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Signs go up and come down, so check on the day. Larson Slough sits 8.1 miles off and takes the overflow. Signs at Minnie Lake carry more weight than any list.