Dogtrot
A 12-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for walleye and panfish. Last surveyed 1976.
Fish Species (4)
Walleye
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 24.5 per gill net · typical 1–7.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 24.50 | - | 0.85 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 2–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 1.50 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per gill net · typical 3.9–9.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 8.00 | - | 1.19 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 Sep 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.5 per gill net · typical 2.6–17.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1976 | 11.50 | - | 2.72 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 1, 1976Dogtrot Lake has a good population of Walleyes with a fair size distribution and good population of Suckers and Sml N Pike, with some Perch present
Dogtrot Lake has a good population of Walleyes with a fair size distribution and good population of Suckers and Sml N Pike, with some Perch present
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Dogtrot?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Yellow Perch, and Northern Pike in Dogtrot. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Dogtrot?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Dogtrot. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Dogtrot?
Dogtrot has a maximum depth of 12 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Dogtrot last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Dogtrot is from 1976. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Dogtrot have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Dogtrot in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 12.47 acres
- Max Depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.65 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed