Lower Cone
A 70-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for pike and bass. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.6 per gill net · typical 2–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1987 | 0.60 | - | 3.08 lbs |
Smallmouth Bass
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.6 per gill net · typical 1.6–3.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1987 | 1.60 | - | 2.22 lbs |
Walleye
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.8 per gill net · typical 2.2–10.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1987 | 0.80 | - | 2.69 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 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1.6–8.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 2.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 28, 1987WALLEYE ARE PRESENT IN LOW NUMBERS, WITH FAIR AVERAGE SIZE. WALLEYE ABUNDANCE HAS APPARENTLY NOT CHANGED SIGNIFICANTLY SINCE 1971. SMALLMOUTH BASS ABU…
WALLEYE ARE PRESENT IN LOW NUMBERS, WITH FAIR AVERAGE SIZE. WALLEYE ABUNDANCE HAS APPARENTLY NOT CHANGED SIGNIFICANTLY SINCE 1971. SMALLMOUTH BASS ABUNDANCE AND AVERAGE SIZE ARE GOOD, AND HAVE BOTH IMPROVED SINCE 1971. FORAGE FOR GAMEFISH APPEARS TO BE LIMITED TO MINNOWS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Lower Cone?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Smallmouth Bass, and Walleye in Lower Cone. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Lower Cone?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Lower Cone. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Lower Cone?
Lower Cone has a maximum depth of 21 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Lower Cone last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Lower Cone is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Lower Cone have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Lower Cone in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 69.94 acres
- Max Depth
- 21 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.26 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed