Lux
A 48-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1984.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per gill net · typical 2–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 1984 | 7.00 | - | 0.96 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–14.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 1984 | 5.50 | - | 0.08 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 Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.5 per gill net · typical 1.6–8.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 1984 | 8.50 | - | 1.44 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 16, 1984NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE HIGH, AND A FAIRLY GOOD RANGE OF AGE CLASSES IS PRESENT. GROWTH RATES ARE GOOD, THANKS TO A FAIR FORAGE BASE OF PERCH AND WH…
NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE HIGH, AND A FAIRLY GOOD RANGE OF AGE CLASSES IS PRESENT. GROWTH RATES ARE GOOD, THANKS TO A FAIR FORAGE BASE OF PERCH AND WHITE SUCKERS. SPAWNING AREAS ARE LIMITED HOWEVER, AND THERE IS SOME POTENTIAL FOR MISSED YEAR- CLASSES.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Lux?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Lux. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Lux?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Lux. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Lux?
Lux has a maximum depth of 21 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Lux last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Lux is from 1984. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Lux have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Lux in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 48.35 acres
- Max Depth
- 21 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.85 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed