George
A 88-acre lake near Marysburg in Blue Earth County — best known for bass and pike. Last surveyed 2021.
Fish Species (13)
Largemouth Bass
Typical numbers · large fish
Electrofishing survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 52.4 · Electrofishing survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 1.83 | 11.0" | 0.28 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 52.36 | 11.0" | 1.21 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 1.33 | 11.0" | 1.46 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 2.3 per gill net · typical 2.5–7.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 0.50 | 26.7" | 5.81 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 2.33 | 26.7" | 4.54 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 0.75 | 18.0" | 1.81 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 2000
Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–3.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2000 | 1.00 | 22.5" | 3.86 lbs |
| Jun 27, 1995 | 0.50 | 23.0" | 4.41 lbs |
| Jun 16, 1994 | 0.50 | 21.1" | 3.38 lbs |
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 101.3 per gill net · typical 1.9–18 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 26.33 | 5.6" | 0.11 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 101.33 | 5.6" | 0.07 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 3.00 | 3.4" | 0.03 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 16.7 per trap net · typical 0.8–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 9.00 | 5.8" | 0.22 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 16.67 | 5.8" | 0.14 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 0.25 | 7.0" | 0.33 lbs |
Hybrid Sunfish
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 3.2 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 3.17 | 5.2" | 0.16 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 0.25 | 6.0" | 0.22 lbs |
| Jun 27, 1990 | 0.25 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 2015
Last surveyed 2015 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.5 per gill net · typical 1.5–12.8 for a lake like this
Size from the Jul 2021 survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 1.17 | 7.6" | 0.20 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 4.50 | 7.3" | 0.20 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 0.25 | 7.3" | 0.29 lbs |
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 162.5 per trap net · typical 6.5–59.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 162.50 | 5.4" | 0.03 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 12.33 | 5.4" | 0.12 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 2.00 | 3.2" | 0.03 lbs |
Other species in this lake (5)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Common Carp
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2010
Last surveyed 2010 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.7 per gill net · typical 0.5–4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2010 | 0.33 | 20.4" | 5.80 lbs |
| Jul 21, 2010 | 6.00 | 20.4" | - |
| Jul 21, 2010 | 0.60 | 20.4" | - |
Golden Shiner
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2010
Last surveyed 2010 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 0.7–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2010 | 2.00 | 6.3" | 0.11 lbs |
| Jul 21, 2010 | 0.17 | 6.3" | 0.13 lbs |
| Jun 26, 2000 | 3.50 | 6.4" | - |
Yellow Bullhead
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 4.3 per trap net · typical 0.8–5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 20.00 | 9.5" | 0.61 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 4.33 | 9.5" | 0.48 lbs |
| Jul 21, 2010 | 0.30 | 10.3" | - |
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2021
Catch rate: 26.0 per trap net · typical 1.3–26 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2021 | 26.00 | 7.7" | 0.18 lbs |
| Jul 6, 2021 | 31.67 | 7.7" | 0.30 lbs |
| Jun 15, 2015 | 7.75 | 6.4" | 0.15 lbs |
Iowa Darter
Seining survey · surveyed Jul 2010
Last surveyed 2010 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 · Seining survey
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2010 | 0.50 | - | - |
Biologist Notes
April 19, 2023Three trap nets were set on 19 April 2023 to assess winterkill. Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Black Bullheads were all sampled in high numbers. Norther…
Three trap nets were set on 19 April 2023 to assess winterkill. Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Black Bullheads were all sampled in high numbers. Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch were also present. Some dead fish were observed on the shoreline but the extent of any winterkill was modest.
April 19, 2023Three trap nets were set on 19 April 2023 to assess winterkill. Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Black Bullheads were all sampled in high numbers. Norther…
Three trap nets were set on 19 April 2023 to assess winterkill. Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Black Bullheads were all sampled in high numbers. Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch were also present. Some dead fish were observed on the shoreline but the extent of any winterkill was modest.
April 19, 2023Three trap nets were set on 19 April 2023 to assess winterkill. Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Black Bullheads were all sampled in high numbers. Norther…
Three trap nets were set on 19 April 2023 to assess winterkill. Bluegill, Black Crappie, and Black Bullheads were all sampled in high numbers. Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch were also present. Some dead fish were observed on the shoreline but the extent of any winterkill was modest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in George?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, Walleye, Black Crappie, and Pumpkinseed in George. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at George?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for George. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is George?
George has a maximum depth of 28 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in George last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in George is from 2021.
Does George have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for George 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
- 88.24 acres
- Max Depth
- 28 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.51 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed