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What Fish Are in Big Lake?

Big Lake in St. Louis County, Minnesota has 8 documented fish species: black crappie, burbot, northern pike, rock bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, white sucker, yellow perch. The lake holds an overall water quality grade of B (Good).

All Documented Species

Game Fish & Panfish in Big Lake

Big Lake supports 4 of the region's most-targeted species: black crappie, northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye. With a water quality grade of B and a maximum depth of 22 feet across 1,904 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.

Lake Conditions

Water Quality GradeB (Good)
Water Clarity8.2 ft
Maximum Depth22 ft
Surface Area1,904 acres
Public AccessYes
Species Count8