What Fish Are in Sawbill Lake?
Sawbill Lake in Cook County, Minnesota has 8 documented fish species: burbot, cisco species, northern pike, rock bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, white sucker, yellow perch. The lake is not rated for water quality — its monitoring record does not meet the evidence bar.
All Documented Species
Game Fish & Panfish in Sawbill Lake
Sawbill Lake supports 3 of the region's most-targeted species: northern pike, smallmouth bass, walleye. With a water quality grade of NR and a maximum depth of 45 feet across 834 acres, the lake offers conditions consistent with the species mix DNR surveys have recorded.
Lake Conditions
| Water Quality Grade | NR (Not rated) |
| Water Clarity | 6.6 ft |
| Maximum Depth | 45 ft |
| Surface Area | 834 acres |
| Public Access | Yes |
| Species Count | 8 |