Williams
A 36-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 22.0 per gill net · typical 3.9–9.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1986 | 22.00 | - | 1.58 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1972 | 10.67 | - | 1.92 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1972 | 3.25 | - | 2.07 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net · typical 2–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1972 | 0.67 | - | 0.15 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
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net · typical 2.6–17.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 1972 | 1.25 | - | 3.22 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1972 | 0.67 | - | 3.65 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 2, 1986THIS LAKE IS FULL OF SMALL NORTHERN PIKE. THERE APPEARS TO BE LITTLE OR NO FORAGE AVAILABLE.
THIS LAKE IS FULL OF SMALL NORTHERN PIKE. THERE APPEARS TO BE LITTLE OR NO FORAGE AVAILABLE.
July 5, 1972Williams Lake has a good population of N Pike, mostly small sizes, with a few Suckers and Perch for forage.
Williams Lake has a good population of N Pike, mostly small sizes, with a few Suckers and Perch for forage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Williams?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Williams. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Williams?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Williams. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Williams?
Williams has a maximum depth of 19 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Williams last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Williams is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Williams have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Williams in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 36.25 acres
- Max Depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.41 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed