Lum
A 29-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.0 per gill net · typical 2–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1986 | 13.00 | - | 1.34 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–14.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 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
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 1.6–8.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1986 | 2.00 | - | 3.45 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 1, 1986A LARGE POPULATION OF SMALL NORTHERN PIKE, THERE ARE SEVERAL STRONG YEAR-CLASSES PRESENT. GROWTH IS ABOUT AVERAGE. THERE APPEARS TO BE LITTLE AVAIL- A…
A LARGE POPULATION OF SMALL NORTHERN PIKE, THERE ARE SEVERAL STRONG YEAR-CLASSES PRESENT. GROWTH IS ABOUT AVERAGE. THERE APPEARS TO BE LITTLE AVAIL- ABLE FOR LARGE FORAGE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Lum?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Lum. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Lum?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Lum. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Lum?
Lum has a maximum depth of 17 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Lum last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Lum is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Lum have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Lum in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 29.35 acres
- Max Depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.89 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed