Ox
A 241-acre lake near Manhattan Beach in Crow Wing County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1990.
Fish Species (11)
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 69.7 per trap net · typical 7.7–43.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 13.25 | - | 0.16 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 69.67 | - | 0.28 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per trap net · typical 1.4–5.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.75 | - | 0.50 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 7.00 | - | 0.35 lbs |
Rock Bass
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.8 per trap net · typical 0.8–3.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 1.25 | - | 0.45 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 4.83 | - | 0.53 lbs |
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 21.5 per gill net · typical 2.2–8.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 21.50 | - | 1.30 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.83 | - | 1.10 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per gill net · typical 0.5–1.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.75 | - | 1.83 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.33 | - | 0.62 lbs |
Walleye
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 1–5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.25 | - | 4.00 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1.5–13.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.17 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.50 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.17 per trap net · typical 0.5–2.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.17 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Yellow Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 15.8 per trap net · typical 1–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 19.25 | - | 0.52 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 15.83 | - | 0.58 lbs |
White Sucker
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.5–2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.25 | - | 7.50 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1990
Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.17 per trap net · typical 0.3–1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.17 | - | 1.50 lbs |
| Jun 20, 1990 | 0.50 | - | 0.60 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 20, 1990Low populations were indicated for black crappie, white sucker, brown bullhead, yellow perch and walleye. Largemouth bass, and pumpkinseed numbers app…
Low populations were indicated for black crappie, white sucker, brown bullhead, yellow perch and walleye. Largemouth bass, and pumpkinseed numbers appear to be average. High numbers of northern pike, yellow bullhead, rock bass, and bluegill were indicated. Northern pike growth rates were above average for age 1 fish and average for age 2 and 3. Bluegill growth rates were below average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Ox?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, Northern Pike, and Largemouth Bass in Ox. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Ox?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Ox. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Ox?
Ox has a maximum depth of 74 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Ox last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Ox is from 1990. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Ox have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Ox 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
- 240.82 acres
- Max Depth
- 74 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.63 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed