Pickerel
A 97-acre lake near Snellman in Becker County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1963.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1963
Last surveyed 1963 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.2 per gill net · typical 2.3–9.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1963 | 7.20 | - | 2.32 lbs |
| Jul 31, 1963 | 1.86 | - | 2.02 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1963
Last surveyed 1963 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.1 per trap net · typical 1.5–9.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1963 | 1.14 | - | 0.13 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.
Brown Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1963
Last surveyed 1963 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 64.6 per trap net · typical 0.6–5.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1963 | 64.57 | - | 0.24 lbs |
| Jul 31, 1963 | 33.20 | - | 0.31 lbs |
White Sucker
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1963
Last surveyed 1963 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.2 per gill net · typical 0.5–3.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1963 | 0.14 | - | 0.70 lbs |
| Jul 31, 1963 | 0.20 | - | 0.40 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 31, 1963bluebills use the lake each fall.
bluebills use the lake each fall.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Pickerel?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Pumpkinseed in Pickerel. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Pickerel?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Pickerel. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Pickerel?
Pickerel has a maximum depth of 32 feet and a mean depth of 9 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Pickerel last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Pickerel is from 1963. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Pickerel have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Pickerel 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
- 97.46 acres
- Max Depth
- 32 ft
- Mean Depth
- 9 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.93 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed