Clove
A 160-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Cook County — best known for walleye and panfish. Last surveyed 1978.
Fish Species (5)
Walleye
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.8 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 1978 | 6.75 | - | 1.22 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 1978 | 2.50 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 1978 | 3.00 | - | 1.08 lbs |
Smallmouth Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 1978 | 0.75 | - | 1.93 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
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.3 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 1978 | 3.25 | - | 2.75 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 1, 1978There are fair populations of Walleye, N Pike and Perch, with some large Whitefish and Suckers prsnt The SM Bass population is better than netting ind…
There are fair populations of Walleye, N Pike and Perch, with some large Whitefish and Suckers prsnt The SM Bass population is better than netting ind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Clove?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Yellow Perch, and Northern Pike in Clove. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Clove?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Clove. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Clove?
Clove has a maximum depth of 25 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Clove last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Clove is from 1978. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Clove have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Clove in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 160.18 acres
- Max Depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.17 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed