Pipe
A 285-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1975.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.3 per gill net · typical 1.2–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1975 | 8.25 | - | 2.85 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1975 | 0.50 | - | 0.12 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 · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.8 per gill net · typical 2.6–11.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1975 | 5.75 | - | 0.87 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 25, 1975Lake contains only N Pike as game species and with Wht Suckers and Yel Perch for forage fish.
Lake contains only N Pike as game species and with Wht Suckers and Yel Perch for forage fish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Pipe?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Pipe. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Pipe?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Pipe. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Pipe?
Pipe has a maximum depth of 33 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Pipe last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Pipe is from 1975. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Pipe have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Pipe in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 284.66 acres
- Max Depth
- 33 ft
- Shoreline
- 5.86 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed