Kidney
A 56-acre lake near Outing in Cass County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1981.
Fish Species (9)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 2.67 | - | 0.12 lbs |
Rock Bass
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 6.25 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 0.75 | - | 0.32 lbs |
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 0.50 | - | 0.75 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 0.67 | - | 4.62 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 0.33 | - | 1.75 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
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 0.25 | - | 1.00 lbs |
White Sucker
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1981 | 0.33 | - | 2.00 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 11, 1981Additional Field Notes: Two adult loons sightedPresent Fish Population Status: Test netting indicates a poor population of all species of fish. Local…
Additional Field Notes: Two adult loons sightedPresent Fish Population Status: Test netting indicates a poor population of all species of fish. Local reports indicate fair largemouth bass and black crappie fishing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Kidney?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Rock Bass, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, and Black Crappie in Kidney. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Kidney?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Kidney. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Kidney?
Kidney has a maximum depth of 55 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Kidney last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Kidney is from 1981. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Kidney have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Kidney 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
- 56.38 acres
- Max Depth
- 55 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.6 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed