Baker
A 20-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for panfish and walleye. Last surveyed 1990.
Fish Species (4)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 30.5 per gill net · typical 2–16 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1990 | 2.40 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Jul 19, 1990 | 30.50 | - | 0.21 lbs |
Walleye
Small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.6 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1990 | 0.60 | - | 0.44 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 2.8–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1990 | 1.50 | - | 0.63 lbs |
| Jul 19, 1990 | 0.20 | - | 0.38 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
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 28.5 per gill net · typical 4–14.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1990 | 3.20 | - | 1.30 lbs |
| Jul 19, 1990 | 28.50 | - | 1.06 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 19, 1990WALLEYE ABUNDANCE WAS VERY LOW; ONLY AGE II WALLEYE WERE SAMPLED AND THESE FISH MAY HAVE MOVED FROM PETERSON LAKE WHICH WAS STOCKED IN 1988. IT APPEAR…
WALLEYE ABUNDANCE WAS VERY LOW; ONLY AGE II WALLEYE WERE SAMPLED AND THESE FISH MAY HAVE MOVED FROM PETERSON LAKE WHICH WAS STOCKED IN 1988. IT APPEARS THAT THE THREE YEARS OF WALLEYE FRY STOCKING IN BAKER LAKE HAVE BEEN UNSUCCESSFUL. NORTHERN PIKE ABUNDANCE WAS LOW AND SIZE WAS FAIRLY SMALL. YELLOW PERCH ABUNDANCE WAS GOOD. A WIDE RANGE OF SIZES, INCLUDING SOME OVER 10 IN WERE COLLECTED.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Baker?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Walleye, and Northern Pike in Baker. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Baker?
Minnesota DNR records list public access for Baker. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for the launch type and directions before you go.
How deep is Baker?
Baker has a maximum depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Baker last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Baker is from 1990. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Baker have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Baker in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 20.15 acres
- Max Depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.2 mi
- Public Access
- Yes