Squire
A 85-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1974.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.3 per gill net · typical 2.8–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 1974 | 5.33 | - | 3.12 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per gill net · typical 2–16 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 1974 | 1.33 | - | 0.20 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 · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.7 per gill net · typical 4–14.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 1974 | 11.67 | - | 2.03 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 9, 1974Squire Lake has a good population of N Pike with some large fish. The Sucker population is good and Perch are few, evidently cropped down by the North…
Squire Lake has a good population of N Pike with some large fish. The Sucker population is good and Perch are few, evidently cropped down by the Northerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Squire?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Squire. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Squire?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Squire. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Squire?
Squire has a maximum depth of 7 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Squire last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Squire is from 1974. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Squire have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Squire in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 85.06 acres
- Max Depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.67 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed