Tepee
A 89-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: 15.3 per gill net · typical 1.1–5.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1979 | 15.33 | - | 1.87 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 1.1–12.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1979 | 3.00 | - | 0.16 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 · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1–8.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1979 | 1.00 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 7, 1979There is a large population of medium sized N Pike but few Suckers and Perch for forage.
There is a large population of medium sized N Pike but few Suckers and Perch for forage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Tepee?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Tepee. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Tepee?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Tepee. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Tepee?
Tepee has a maximum depth of 22 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Tepee last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Tepee is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Tepee have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Tepee in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 89.29 acres
- Max Depth
- 22 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.73 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed