South Fork
A 63-acre lake near Nashwauk in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1983.
Fish Species (10)
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 1.5–7.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.75 | - | 0.27 lbs |
Black Crappie
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 1–4.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 2.00 | - | 0.33 lbs |
| Jul 18, 1983 | 1.00 | - | 0.23 lbs |
Rock Bass
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.50 | - | 0.35 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net · typical 2.7–9.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 6.00 | - | 1.89 lbs |
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.25 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per trap net · typical 2.9–41.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 1.75 | - | 0.29 lbs |
Walleye
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.25 | - | 1.80 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net · typical 1.9–19.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.67 | - | 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.
White Sucker
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 4.00 | - | 0.98 lbs |
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.50 | - | 1.10 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.8 per trap net · typical 1.4–7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 0.33 | - | 0.70 lbs |
| Jul 18, 1983 | 3.75 | - | 0.61 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–5.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1983 | 1.50 | - | 0.63 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 18, 1983WHITE SUCKER AND NORTHERN PIKE POPULATIONS ARE SLIGHTLY ABOVE AVERAGE. ALL OTHER FISH SPECIES ARE BELOW AVERAGE IN ABUNDANCE.
WHITE SUCKER AND NORTHERN PIKE POPULATIONS ARE SLIGHTLY ABOVE AVERAGE. ALL OTHER FISH SPECIES ARE BELOW AVERAGE IN ABUNDANCE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in South Fork?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Black Crappie, Rock Bass, Northern Pike, and Bluegill in South Fork. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at South Fork?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for South Fork. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is South Fork?
South Fork has a maximum depth of 22 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in South Fork last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in South Fork is from 1983. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does South Fork have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for South Fork 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
- 63.48 acres
- Max Depth
- 22 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.84 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed