Tanager
A 53-acre lake near Crystal Bay in Hennepin County — best known for panfish and walleye. Last surveyed 1977.
Fish Species (11)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 45.0 per gill net · typical 1.9–18 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 45.00 | - | 0.28 lbs |
| Jul 28, 1977 | 9.50 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 49.5 per trap net · typical 6.5–59.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 49.50 | - | 0.22 lbs |
| Jul 28, 1977 | 56.00 | - | 0.15 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–3.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 2.00 | - | 3.75 lbs |
| Jul 28, 1977 | 0.50 | - | 4.20 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–7.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 2.00 | - | 3.50 lbs |
| Jul 28, 1977 | 1.50 | - | 3.00 lbs |
White Crappie
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 0.4–4.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 1.50 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Muskellunge
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net · typical 0.1–0.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 1.00 | - | 7.10 lbs |
Other species in this lake (5)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 24.5 per trap net · typical 1.3–26 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 38.00 | - | 0.57 lbs |
| Jul 28, 1977 | 24.50 | - | 0.59 lbs |
Common Carp
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 2.00 | - | 4.25 lbs |
| Jul 28, 1977 | 7.50 | - | 4.37 lbs |
Golden Shiner
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 0.7–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 2.00 | - | 0.15 lbs |
White Sucker
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 1.50 | - | 2.33 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.8–5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1977 | 0.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 28, 1977See report for all of Lower Lake and Appendix XVII
See report for all of Lower Lake and Appendix XVII
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Tanager?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Bluegill, Walleye, Northern Pike, and White Crappie in Tanager. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Tanager?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Tanager. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Tanager?
Tanager has a maximum depth of 23 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Tanager last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Tanager is from 1977. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Tanager have any invasive species?
Yes — Tanager has confirmed Eurasian watermilfoil and zebra mussel. Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to avoid spreading invasives to other waters.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 53.48 acres
- Max Depth
- 23 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.2 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed
Invasive Species Alert
- Eurasian watermilfoil
- zebra mussel
Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to prevent spread.