Detroit Lake is a 3,067-acre lake located within the city limits of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The lake consists of three distinct sections: Big Detroit (over 2,000 acres), Little Detroit (approximately 1,000 acres), and Curfman Lake (also known as Deadshot Bay, covering 120 acres). With a maximum depth of 89 feet and an average depth of 14.8 feet, Detroit Lake offers diverse fishing opportunities throughout the year. The Pelican River serves as both the primary inlet and outlet, entering the north shore of Big Detroit and exiting the southwest shore of Little Detroit. This river supports important spawning runs for several fish species and contributes to the lake's ecological diversity and fish population.