Knieff
A 44-acre lake near White Hawk in Crow Wing County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1973.
Fish Species (5)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per gill net · typical 2–8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 1973 | 2.50 | - | 3.98 lbs |
| Sep 4, 1973 | 0.33 | - | 1.60 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net · typical 1.1–4.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 1973 | 1.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Black Crappie
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–4.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 1973 | 4.00 | - | 0.19 lbs |
| Sep 4, 1973 | 0.33 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 78.0 per trap net · typical 7.9–37.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 1973 | 78.00 | - | 0.01 lbs |
| Sep 4, 1973 | 18.00 | - | 0.12 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.
Yellow Bullhead
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per trap net · typical 2–8.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 1973 | 17.00 | - | 0.55 lbs |
| Sep 4, 1973 | 8.00 | - | 0.67 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 4, 1973Bass-Panfish.
Bass-Panfish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Knieff?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, Black Crappie, and Bluegill in Knieff. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Knieff?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Knieff. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Knieff?
Knieff has a maximum depth of 42 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Knieff last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Knieff is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Knieff have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Knieff in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 44.33 acres
- Max Depth
- 42 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.02 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed