Brandt
A 111-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.7 per gill net · typical 1.2–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 1979 | 4.67 | - | 1.75 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 1979 | 0.67 | - | 0.30 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 Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per gill net · typical 2.6–11.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 1979 | 9.00 | - | 1.91 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 14, 1979Brandt Lk has a gd pop. of N Pike with a fair range of sizes. The pop. of Suckers is comprised of mostly large fish, and the Perch pop. appears to be…
Brandt Lk has a gd pop. of N Pike with a fair range of sizes. The pop. of Suckers is comprised of mostly large fish, and the Perch pop. appears to be poor. Minnows seem to be lacking also, therefore it appears that suitable size forage for the N Pike is in short supply.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Brandt?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Brandt. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Brandt?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Brandt. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Brandt?
Brandt has a maximum depth of 80 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Brandt last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Brandt is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Brandt have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Brandt in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 111.35 acres
- Max Depth
- 80 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.69 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed