Edith
A 10-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1979 | 7.50 | - | 2.15 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1979 | 2.00 | - | 0.15 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 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1979 | 2.50 | - | 2.45 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 13, 1979Edith Lake has a good population of N Pike with a fair range of sizes. There is a small pop. of Perch and mostly large individuals in the Sucker popul…
Edith Lake has a good population of N Pike with a fair range of sizes. There is a small pop. of Perch and mostly large individuals in the Sucker population. Pumpkinseeds are present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Edith?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Edith. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Edith?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Edith. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Edith?
Edith has a maximum depth of 44 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Edith last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Edith is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Edith have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Edith in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 10.24 acres
- Max Depth
- 44 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.61 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed