Lost
A 76-acre lake near Hovland in Cook County — best known for trout. Last surveyed 1985.
Fish Species (2)
Splake
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Oct 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 38.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 1989 | 4.90 | - | 1.00 lbs |
| Oct 9, 1985 | 38.00 | - | 0.99 lbs |
| Oct 9, 1985 | 1.75 | - | 1.68 lbs |
Brook Trout
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Oct 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 1989 | 1.60 | - | 1.18 lbs |
| Oct 9, 1985 | 1.75 | - | 1.57 lbs |
| Oct 9, 1985 | 2.00 | - | 2.38 lbs |
Biologist Notes
October 11, 1989GROWTH AND SURVIVAL OF STOCKED BROOK TROUT AND SPLAKE APPEARS TO BE GOOD. THERE IS A GOOD SIZE RANGE FOR SPLAKE REPRESENTING STOCKINGS FROM 1988, 1985…
GROWTH AND SURVIVAL OF STOCKED BROOK TROUT AND SPLAKE APPEARS TO BE GOOD. THERE IS A GOOD SIZE RANGE FOR SPLAKE REPRESENTING STOCKINGS FROM 1988, 1985 AND POSSIBLY 1984, AND BROOK TROUT REPRESENT- ING STOCKINGS FROM 1987 AND 1986.
October 9, 1985THE SPLAKE AND BROOK TROUT POPULATIONS APPERA TO BE IN GOOD SHAPE. THERE IS A GOOD RANGE OF SIZES, REPRESENTING SEVERAL STOCKINGS, ESPECIALLY OF SPLAK…
THE SPLAKE AND BROOK TROUT POPULATIONS APPERA TO BE IN GOOD SHAPE. THERE IS A GOOD RANGE OF SIZES, REPRESENTING SEVERAL STOCKINGS, ESPECIALLY OF SPLAKE. THE 6 SOME LONG SUSPECTED NATURAL REPRODUCTION OF THIS SPECIES IN OR NEAR THE LAKE. IT CANNOT BE ACCOUNT- ED FOR BY STOCKING. THE 22 VIVAL FROM A 1980 STOCKING.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Lost?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Splake and Brook Trout in Lost. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Lost?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Lost. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Lost?
Lost has a maximum depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Lost last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Lost is from 1985. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Lost have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Lost in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 76.42 acres
- Max Depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.91 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed