Roy
A 58-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Cook County — best known for pike. Last surveyed 1973.
Fish Species (2)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.3 per gill net · typical 2.3–5.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1973 | 4.33 | - | 1.45 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 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.7 per gill net · typical 1.7–12.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1973 | 2.67 | - | 1.00 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 6, 1973Roy Lake has a fair population of small N Pike, White Suckers and Perch. A few Pumpkinseed Sunfsh are also present.
Roy Lake has a fair population of small N Pike, White Suckers and Perch. A few Pumpkinseed Sunfsh are also present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Roy?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike in Roy. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Roy?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Roy. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Roy?
Roy has a maximum depth of 45 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Roy last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Roy is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Roy have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Roy in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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- Surface Area
- 58.39 acres
- Max Depth
- 45 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.28 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed