Upper Milton
A 24-acre lake near Elevenmile Corner in Cass County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (7)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1987 | 7.00 | - | 1.91 lbs |
| Jun 23, 1987 | 1.25 | - | 1.24 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal 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 23, 1987 | 0.75 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1987 | 3.75 | - | 0.47 lbs |
Walleye
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 3.00 lbs |
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers
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 23, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 0.60 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1987 | 1.25 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Jun 23, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.20 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.
Yellow Bullhead
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.40 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 23, 1987NORTHERN PIKE NET CATCH IS ABOVE BOTH STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. BLUEGILL AND BLACK CRAPPIE NUMBERS ARE CONSIDERED LOW FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
NORTHERN PIKE NET CATCH IS ABOVE BOTH STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. BLUEGILL AND BLACK CRAPPIE NUMBERS ARE CONSIDERED LOW FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Upper Milton?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, Bluegill, Walleye, and Black Crappie in Upper Milton. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Upper Milton?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Upper Milton. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Upper Milton?
Upper Milton has a maximum depth of 35 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Upper Milton last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Upper Milton is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Upper Milton have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Upper 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
- 24.33 acres
- Max Depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.29 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed