Lower Milton
A 79-acre lake near Elevenmile Corner in Cass County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 2024.
Fish Species (10)
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 3.50 | - | 0.19 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 2024
Catch rate: 7.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 7.00 | 24.6" | 4.55 lbs |
| Jun 17, 2024 | 0.17 | 24.6" | 0.76 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 3.00 | - | 1.08 lbs |
Rock Bass
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 1.00 | 6.0" | 0.21 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.75 | - | 0.43 lbs |
Black Crappie
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 2024
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 2.00 | 8.5" | 0.35 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 2.00 | - | 0.51 lbs |
Hybrid Sunfish
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 2024
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 0.50 | 3.7" | 0.04 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 2024
Catch rate: 4.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 4.83 | 4.2" | 0.09 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 8.75 | - | 0.43 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 0.33 | 6.0" | 0.10 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.67 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 3.00 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 Jun 2024
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 0.50 | 5.5" | 0.07 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 2024
Catch rate: 0.17 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2024 | 0.17 | 6.0" | 0.13 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 17, 2024Lower Milton Lake is a 79-acre lake with 2.44 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 47 feet located north of Remer, MN. A US Forest Service (USFW)…
Lower Milton Lake is a 79-acre lake with 2.44 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 47 feet located north of Remer, MN. A US Forest Service (USFW) owned public access is located on the south shore and the shoreline is considered undeveloped. Species Management objectives have not been established for Lower Milton Lake as this was the first survey completed since 1987. Bluegill were small, ranging in length from 3 to 8 inches with an average length of 4.8 inches. Northern Pike were sampled in moderate numbers and lengths ranged from 20 to 33 inches with an average length of 26.4 inches. Other fish species sampled in Lower Milton Lake include Black Crappie, Brown Bullhead, Hybrid Sunfish, Yellow Bullhead, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass. People can have significant impacts on lakes and the fish populations they support. Harvest, lakeshore development, removal of shoreline vegetation, and introductions of invasive species can all adversely affect fish populations. Currently, no invasive species (AIS) have been identified in Lower Milton Lake. AIS are moved from infested to non-infested waters by anglers, boaters, and lake shore owners and can adversely impact lakes and fish populations. To avoid spreading AIS, lake users are required to remove all aquatic plants or animals from their watercraft and drain all water from their boat before leaving the access. If you suspect an infestation of an invasive species in this lake, save a specimen and report it to a local natural resource office. Additional information on all of these topics can be found on the DNR website (www.dnr.state.mn.us) or by contacting the Walker Area Fisheries office.
June 22, 1987PERCH ABUNDANCE IS BELOW STATE AND LOCAL LEVELS. BLUEGILL, BLACK CRAPPIE AND NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS4 ARE COMPARABLE TO OTHER LAKES OF THIS TYPE.
PERCH ABUNDANCE IS BELOW STATE AND LOCAL LEVELS. BLUEGILL, BLACK CRAPPIE AND NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS4 ARE COMPARABLE TO OTHER LAKES OF THIS TYPE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Lower Milton?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Northern Pike, Rock Bass, Black Crappie, and Hybrid Sunfish in Lower Milton. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Lower Milton?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Lower Milton. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Lower Milton?
Lower Milton has a maximum depth of 47 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Lower Milton last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Lower Milton is from 2024.
Does Lower Milton have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Lower Milton 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
- 78.98 acres
- Max Depth
- 47 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.44 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed