Parsnip
A 20-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for bass. Last surveyed 1983.
Fish Species (2)
Largemouth Bass
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1983 | 2.00 | - | 0.56 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
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 54.0 per gill net · typical 1–8.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1983 | 54.00 | - | 1.16 lbs |
| Aug 24, 1976 | 7.00 | - | 2.14 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 13, 1983LARGEMOUTH BASS DID NO SHOW UP IN THE 1976 SURVEY AND POSSIBLY CAME DOWNSTREAM FROM BEAN LAKE WHERE THERE PRESENCE HAS BEEN REPORTED BY ANGLERS. WHITE…
LARGEMOUTH BASS DID NO SHOW UP IN THE 1976 SURVEY AND POSSIBLY CAME DOWNSTREAM FROM BEAN LAKE WHERE THERE PRESENCE HAS BEEN REPORTED BY ANGLERS. WHITE SUCKERS ARE EXTREMELY ABUNDANT.
August 24, 1976Lake contains on average population of medium sized Suckers.
Lake contains on average population of medium sized Suckers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Parsnip?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Largemouth Bass in Parsnip. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Parsnip?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Parsnip. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Parsnip?
Parsnip has a maximum depth of 25 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Parsnip last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Parsnip is from 1983. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Parsnip have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Parsnip in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 20.26 acres
- Max Depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.56 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed