Jackal
A 31-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for pike and trout. Last surveyed 1992.
Fish Species (6)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Oct 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 2.3–5.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 1992 | 3.00 | - | 2.56 lbs |
| Aug 15, 1984 | 15.50 | - | 1.15 lbs |
Brown Trout
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Oct 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 1992 | 1.00 | - | 4.62 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1.3–10.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1984 | 0.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Brook Trout
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Oct 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 1992 | 0.50 | - | 3.75 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1984 | 2.50 | - | 0.05 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 · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Oct 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1.7–12.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 1992 | 0.50 | - | 2.00 lbs |
| Aug 15, 1984 | 0.50 | - | 2.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
October 8, 1992For a designated stream trout lake, the brook trout catch was very low. Survival of past stockings was apparently poor, no doubt due to predation by n…
For a designated stream trout lake, the brook trout catch was very low. Survival of past stockings was apparently poor, no doubt due to predation by northern pike. The growth of the single brook trout collected was fast by area standards.Brown trout collected in this assessment either moved down to Jake Lake from Lux Lake, where they were stocked in 1988, or were accidentally stocked into Jake Lake in that year. Angler reports indicate that there were good numbers of brown trout in Lux Lake, so the latter possibility is remote. Brown trout growth appeared to have been good.The northern pike catch in this assessment was within the normal range for lakes of this ecological class. Only one strong year class was represented in the catch, and the growth of those fish (age 3) had been fast by area standards.No yellow perch were collected in this assessment, but this species was observed in Morgan Lake, and since fish can move freely between Morgan and Jake Lakes, they are no doubt also present in Jake Lake.The reclamation of Morgan and Jake Lakes was a resounding failure. Northern pike and yellow perch were either not completely killed, or quickly re-entered the system, despite the construction of a barrier below Jake Lake.
August 15, 1984NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE VERY HIGH, AND MOST FISH SEEM TO BE IN TEH IV, V AND VI AGE CLASSES. GROWTH RATES ARE GOOD, DUE TO THE VARIED FORAGE BASE OF…
NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE VERY HIGH, AND MOST FISH SEEM TO BE IN TEH IV, V AND VI AGE CLASSES. GROWTH RATES ARE GOOD, DUE TO THE VARIED FORAGE BASE OF PERCH, SUCKERS AND VARIOUS MINNOW SPECIES.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Jackal?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Brown Trout, Yellow Perch, and Brook Trout in Jackal. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Jackal?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Jackal. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Jackal?
Jackal has a maximum depth of 26 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Jackal last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Jackal is from 1992. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Jackal have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Jackal in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 30.97 acres
- Max Depth
- 26 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.27 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed