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Spirit Lake


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Rating - Good   

Friday, Aug 21 2026
Water Temperature (F): 75.0 Ramp Condition: Useable A large blue-green algae bloom has been observed on the lake. The down-wind side typically has been worse. Lake level is at crest. Largemouth Bass - Good: Anglers are catching quality-sized bass.

Friday, Aug 21 2026



GPS

GPS: 43.4226° N, 95.1022° W

Access Info

Amenities at Spirit Lake include: Boat Access Accessible Pier Picnic Area Beach Trails Accessible Facilities Playground Restrooms Camping Good/Excellent Shorefishing Hard Surface Boat Ramp Accessible Shoreline Fish Cleaning Station

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Spirit Lake

RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!


Rating - Good

Water Temperature (F): 75.0 Ramp Condition: Useable A large blue-green algae bloom has been observed on the lake. The down-wind side typically has been worse. Lake level is at crest. Largemouth Bass - Good: Anglers are catching quality-sized bass.


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