Skipper
A 107-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for walleye and pike. Last surveyed 1982.
Fish Species (4)
Walleye
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.7 per gill net · typical 3–13.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1982 | 3.67 | - | 1.97 lbs |
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 1.2–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1982 | 4.00 | - | 1.58 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1982 | 0.33 | - | 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 Aug 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.7 per gill net · typical 2.6–11.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 1982 | 3.67 | - | 2.43 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 10, 1982LAKE SEEMS TO HAVE A GOOD SELF-MAINTAINING POPULATION OF WALLEYES. THE WALLEYES IN THIS LAKE APPEAR TO HAVE A GOOD CONDITION FACTOR.
LAKE SEEMS TO HAVE A GOOD SELF-MAINTAINING POPULATION OF WALLEYES. THE WALLEYES IN THIS LAKE APPEAR TO HAVE A GOOD CONDITION FACTOR.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Skipper?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch in Skipper. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Skipper?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Skipper. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Skipper?
Skipper has a maximum depth of 30 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Skipper last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Skipper is from 1982. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Skipper have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Skipper in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 106.53 acres
- Max Depth
- 30 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.45 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed