Rat
A 32-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1978.
Fish Species (3)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 43.0 per gill net · typical 3.3–18.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1978 | 2.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 15, 1978 | 43.00 | - | 0.22 lbs |
Green Sunfish
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1978 | 0.25 | - | 0.05 lbs |
Smallmouth Bass
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1978 | 3.00 | - | 0.38 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 15, 1978There is a large population of Perch and a fair population of SM Bass with some Grn Sunfish prsnt.
There is a large population of Perch and a fair population of SM Bass with some Grn Sunfish prsnt.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Rat?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Green Sunfish, and Smallmouth Bass in Rat. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Rat?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Rat. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Rat?
Rat has a maximum depth of 5 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Rat last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Rat is from 1978. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Rat have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Rat in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 32.1 acres
- Max Depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.89 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed