Ross
A 57-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1981.
Fish Species (4)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 22.0 per gill net · typical 1.5–18.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1981 | 22.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per trap net · typical 7.9–37.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1981 | 9.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jul 15, 1981 | 4.67 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1981 | 0.50 | - | 0.25 lbs |
| Jul 15, 1981 | 3.00 | - | 0.92 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 · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1981 | 0.33 | - | 0.70 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 15, 1981(prsnt in lake, but none were taken in test (nets. Perch were large, yet most had Neascus (and Yel Grub infestations. Prst Fsh Pop Status: Lake has a…
(prsnt in lake, but none were taken in test (nets. Perch were large, yet most had Neascus (and Yel Grub infestations. Prst Fsh Pop Status: Lake has a good populations of Perch, LM Bass and Bluegill.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Ross?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Bluegill, and Largemouth Bass in Ross. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Ross?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Ross. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Ross?
Ross has a maximum depth of 35 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Ross last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Ross is from 1981. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Ross have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Ross 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
- 57.09 acres
- Max Depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.29 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed