Silver
A 77-acre lake near Nebish in Beltrami County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1978.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 18.0 per gill net · typical 4.8–12.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 1978 | 18.00 | - | 0.87 lbs |
| Jul 10, 1978 | 3.50 | - | 0.67 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 2–21.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 1978 | 0.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per trap net · typical 2.8–10.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 1978 | 3.50 | - | 0.03 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.8 per trap net · typical 0.5–5.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 1978 | 6.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Jul 10, 1978 | 10.75 | - | 0.27 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 10, 1978Stunted Northern Pike and small bullheads are abundant. Pumpkinseeds are common. Perch numbers are depressed.
Stunted Northern Pike and small bullheads are abundant. Pumpkinseeds are common. Perch numbers are depressed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Silver?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Pumpkinseed in Silver. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Silver?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Silver. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Silver?
Silver has a maximum depth of 45 feet and a mean depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Silver last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Silver is from 1978. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Silver have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Silver 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
- 77.38 acres
- Max Depth
- 45 ft
- Mean Depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.55 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed