Little Bass
A 51-acre lake near Elbow Lake Village in Clearwater County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1977.
Fish Species (8)
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 3.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Aug 10, 1977 | 10.25 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 44.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 44.00 | - | 0.09 lbs |
| Aug 10, 1977 | 45.00 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 6.00 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Aug 10, 1977 | 4.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 1.50 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Aug 10, 1977 | 9.00 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 7.50 | - | 1.46 lbs |
| Aug 10, 1977 | 0.25 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 1.75 | - | 0.33 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.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 17.00 | - | 0.32 lbs |
| Aug 10, 1977 | 4.00 | - | 0.74 lbs |
White Sucker
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1977 | 0.50 | - | 1.80 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 10, 1977N Pike pop. twice the region mean. Yel Perch lower than region mean. LM Bass 3 times state average. Panfish population quite high but fish are small.
N Pike pop. twice the region mean. Yel Perch lower than region mean. LM Bass 3 times state average. Panfish population quite high but fish are small.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Little Bass?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Bluegill, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, and Northern Pike in Little Bass. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Little Bass?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Little Bass. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Little Bass?
Little Bass has a maximum depth of 35 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Little Bass last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Little Bass is from 1977. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Little Bass have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Little Bass 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
- 50.54 acres
- Max Depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.58 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed