Waptus
A 52-acre lake near Zerkel in Clearwater County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1988.
Fish Species (4)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 1988 | 5.00 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Aug 9, 1977 | 4.50 | - | 0.71 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 1988 | 11.00 | - | 0.23 lbs |
| Jul 27, 1988 | 10.67 | - | 0.19 lbs |
| Aug 9, 1977 | 3.50 | - | 0.19 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 1988 | 2.67 | - | 1.34 lbs |
| Jul 27, 1988 | 5.50 | - | 0.52 lbs |
| Aug 9, 1977 | 0.75 | - | 0.93 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.
White Sucker
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1977 | 0.50 | - | 1.65 lbs |
| Aug 9, 1977 | 1.00 | - | 1.90 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 27, 1988NO LARGE BLACK CRAPPIE WERE CAUGHT IN TEST NETS, BUT ELECTROSHOCKING DID TURN SOME NICE SIZE CRAPPIE, NORTHERN PIKE, NUMBERS APPEAR STABLE BUT ARE SMA…
NO LARGE BLACK CRAPPIE WERE CAUGHT IN TEST NETS, BUT ELECTROSHOCKING DID TURN SOME NICE SIZE CRAPPIE, NORTHERN PIKE, NUMBERS APPEAR STABLE BUT ARE SMALL IN SIZE. YELLOW PERCH NUMBERS ARE HIGH AND APPEAR STUNTED MORE DATA IS NEEDED.
August 9, 1977Many nice size Blk Crappies. Crappie population 7 times Beltrami County average and 1.5 times state average. Perch population about 1/2 the region ave…
Many nice size Blk Crappies. Crappie population 7 times Beltrami County average and 1.5 times state average. Perch population about 1/2 the region average. N Pike population the same as state average and somewhat lower than regiond avg.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Waptus?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, and Northern Pike in Waptus. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Waptus?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Waptus. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Waptus?
Waptus has a maximum depth of 45 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Waptus last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Waptus is from 1988. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Waptus have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Waptus 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
- 51.87 acres
- Max Depth
- 45 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.68 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed