Whale
A 25-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1973.
Fish Species (3)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net · typical 2–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 3.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 3.9–9.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 5.00 | - | 1.06 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 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 23.5 per gill net · typical 2.6–17.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 23.50 | - | 1.67 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 27, 1973Whale Lake has a fair population of N Pike, mostly of a small size. Rough fish include a very large population of Suckers of all sizes and a small num…
Whale Lake has a fair population of N Pike, mostly of a small size. Rough fish include a very large population of Suckers of all sizes and a small number of Perch.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Whale?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Northern Pike in Whale. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Whale?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Whale. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Whale?
Whale has a maximum depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Whale last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Whale is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Whale have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Whale in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 24.5 acres
- Max Depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.1 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed