Morgan
A 84-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for pike and trout. Last surveyed 1992.
Fish Species (5)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.7 per gill net · typical 2.3–5.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 1992 | 3.67 | - | 3.35 lbs |
| Aug 14, 1984 | 7.00 | - | 1.79 lbs |
Brook Trout
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 1992 | 0.33 | - | 5.10 lbs |
Splake
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 1992 | 0.33 | - | 3.30 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28, 1992 | 0.33 | - | 0.10 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
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 1.7–12.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 1984 | 0.33 | - | 2.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 28, 1992Survival of brook trout stocked since 1989 has been very poor, almost certainly due to predation by northern pike. The 1986 reclamation either failed…
Survival of brook trout stocked since 1989 has been very poor, almost certainly due to predation by northern pike. The 1986 reclamation either failed to acheive a compete kill, or the fish barrier constructed below Jake Lake failed to prevent the movement of northern pike (and other species) back into the system.Northern pike were relatively abundant, and had exhibited fast growth by area standards. Brook trout fingerlings were a seasonal source of high quality forage, but yellow perch were also present and contributed to the forage base when trout were not available.
August 14, 1984NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE FAIRLY HIGH, AND THERE IS A WIDE REPRESENTATION OF AGE CLASSES. GROWTH RATES ARE SLOW, WHICH IS SURPRISING IN LIGHT OF THE L…
NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE FAIRLY HIGH, AND THERE IS A WIDE REPRESENTATION OF AGE CLASSES. GROWTH RATES ARE SLOW, WHICH IS SURPRISING IN LIGHT OF THE LARGE NUMBERS OF YY PERCH OBSERVED IN THE LAKE THESE PERCH MAY REPRESENT AN UNUSUALLY LARGE YEAR- CLASS, BUT IF THEIR PRESENCE IS CONTINUED THERE MAY BE SOME FUTURE IMPROVEMENT IN N PIKE GROWTH.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Morgan?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Brook Trout, and Splake in Morgan. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Morgan?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Morgan. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Morgan?
Morgan has a maximum depth of 46 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Morgan last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Morgan is from 1992. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Morgan have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Morgan in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 84.13 acres
- Max Depth
- 46 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.08 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed