Night Hawk
A 20-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for walleye and pike. Last surveyed 1975.
Fish Species (3)
Walleye
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 2–12 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1975 | 1.00 | - | 2.00 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 4–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1975 | 2.00 | - | 0.75 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 · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.0 per gill net · typical 3–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1975 | 13.00 | - | 1.65 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 8, 1975Nighthawk Lake has a good Sucker population but appears to be low in Walleyes and N Pike.
Nighthawk Lake has a good Sucker population but appears to be low in Walleyes and N Pike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Night Hawk?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye and Northern Pike in Night Hawk. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Night Hawk?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Night Hawk. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Night Hawk?
Night Hawk has a maximum depth of 11 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Night Hawk last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Night Hawk is from 1975. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Night Hawk have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Night Hawk in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 19.88 acres
- Max Depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.89 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed