Little Turtle Lake totals 464 acres with a maximum depth of 25 feet. It is located 10 miles north of Bemidji in Beltrami County. Little Turtle Lake is part of a chain of 11 lakes known as the Turtle River Chain and it is connected to Big Turtle Lake and Movil Lake. Public access on Little Turtle Lake consists of a carry-in location on an Aquatic Management Area (walking access only) off of CSAH 15 at the outlet of the lake. Most people access Little Turtle Lake via the river channel from Big Turtle Lake, which has a single lane concrete boat ramp and parking. Most anglers target northern pike and walleye in this lake. Other fish include largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie, rock bass and perch.
MN DNR Lake Information Report
