Brown
A 87-acre lake near Little Pine in Aitkin County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1967.
Fish Species (6)
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1967
Last surveyed 1967 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 34.3 per trap net · typical 1.3–9.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1967 | 4.00 | - | 0.19 lbs |
| Sep 8, 1967 | 34.25 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1967
Last surveyed 1967 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 24.5 per trap net · typical 1.1–10.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1967 | 3.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Sep 8, 1967 | 24.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1967
Last surveyed 1967 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.3 per trap net · typical 0.5–1.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1967 | 3.25 | - | 0.73 lbs |
| Sep 8, 1967 | 2.50 | - | 0.04 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1967
Last surveyed 1967 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1.5–20.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1967 | 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
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1967
Last surveyed 1967 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 17.0 per trap net · typical 1.8–9.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1967 | 9.00 | - | 0.31 lbs |
| Sep 8, 1967 | 17.00 | - | 0.54 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1967
Last surveyed 1967 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.5–10 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 1967 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 8, 1967Test netting indicated a good fish population of Yellow bullhead, LM bass, pumpkinseed, and black crappie.
Test netting indicated a good fish population of Yellow bullhead, LM bass, pumpkinseed, and black crappie.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Brown?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch in Brown. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Brown?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Brown. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Brown?
Brown has a maximum depth of 40 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Brown last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Brown is from 1967. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Brown have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Brown 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
- 87.06 acres
- Max Depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.79 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed