Bay
A 35-acre lake near Jacobson in Aitkin County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1984.
Fish Species (5)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.0 per gill net · typical 4.5–11.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 11.00 | - | 2.11 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.4 per trap net · typical 1.7–10.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 10.40 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–24.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 1.60 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1984 | 0.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Other species in this lake (2)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Yellow Bullhead
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.4 per trap net · typical 2.2–16.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 10.40 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1984 | 0.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per trap net · typical 1.1–9.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 2.00 | - | 0.35 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 25, 1984The northern pike, yellow bullhead and pumpkinseed populations are all well above state and local medians for abundance. The northern pike average app…
The northern pike, yellow bullhead and pumpkinseed populations are all well above state and local medians for abundance. The northern pike average approximately 2 pounds apiece, the bullheads and pumpkinseeds are all small. Growth rates on northern pike are good, for pumpkinseed the growth rate is very slow.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Bay?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, and Yellow Perch in Bay. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Bay?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Bay. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Bay?
Bay has a maximum depth of 36 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Bay last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Bay is from 1984. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Bay have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Bay in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 35.16 acres
- Max Depth
- 36 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.16 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed