Whip
A 33-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1974.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.5 per gill net · typical 2.8–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1974 | 7.50 | - | 1.30 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 2–16 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1974 | 2.00 | - | 0.25 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 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 4–14.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1974 | 1.50 | - | 2.33 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 8, 1974Whip Lake has a good population of small N Pike with an occasional large fish. Suckers and Perch are low in numbers.
Whip Lake has a good population of small N Pike with an occasional large fish. Suckers and Perch are low in numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Whip?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Whip. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Whip?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Whip. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Whip?
Whip has a maximum depth of 9 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Whip last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Whip is from 1974. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Whip have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Whip in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 32.51 acres
- Max Depth
- 9 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.83 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed