Moose
A 132-acre lake near Debs in Beltrami County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 2024.
Fish Species (10)
Rock Bass
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 0.3–1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1977 | 1.50 | - | 0.23 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.3 per gill net · typical 3.6–11 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2024 | 8.12 | 14.0" | 0.80 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1977 | 7.25 | - | 1.68 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net · typical 0.2–0.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1977 | 1.00 | - | 0.38 lbs |
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 47.1 per trap net · typical 4–28.1 for a lake like this
Size from the May 2024 survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2024 | 32.47 | 2.4" | 0.04 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1977 | 47.12 | - | 0.03 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 20.0 per gill net · typical 3.8–22.8 for a lake like this
Size from the May 2024 survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2024 | 16.23 | 4.5" | 0.05 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1977 | 20.00 | - | 0.47 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.1 per trap net · typical 1.5–6.8 for a lake like this
Size from the May 2024 survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2024 | 111.61 | 3.9" | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1977 | 3.12 | - | 0.24 lbs |
Hybrid Sunfish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed May 2024
Catch rate: 2.0 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2024 | 2.03 | 8.0" | 0.56 lbs |
Black Crappie
Electrofishing survey · surveyed May 2024
Catch rate: 8.1 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2024 | 8.12 | 7.8" | 0.30 lbs |
Walleye
Stocked 2018Stocking Details
| Year | Size | Number | Pounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | fry | 107,000 | 0.9 |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.7–3.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1977 | 0.25 | - | 2.30 lbs |
Biologist Notes
May 20, 2024A winterkill was reported in early spring of 2024 on Moose Lake near the Red Lake Reservation. An investigation was conducted to inventory any species…
A winterkill was reported in early spring of 2024 on Moose Lake near the Red Lake Reservation. An investigation was conducted to inventory any species that may have survived. During the brief survey, multiple species were captured including Black Crappie, sunfish, pike, and perch which indicated ample species remained to rebuild the fish community. Often after winterkill events, potential exists for accelerated fish growth due to lower fish densities paired with ample available forage.
July 11, 1977Northern Pike, Bluegills, and Yellow Perch are above average in abundance.
Northern Pike, Bluegills, and Yellow Perch are above average in abundance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Moose?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Rock Bass, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch in Moose. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Moose?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Moose. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Moose?
Moose has a maximum depth of 61 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Moose last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Moose is from 2024.
Does Moose have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Moose 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
- 131.74 acres
- Max Depth
- 61 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.63 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed