May
A 65-acre lake near Bigfork in Itasca County — best known for pike and bass. Last surveyed 1972.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 2.8–10 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1972 | 3.00 | - | 3.58 lbs |
| Aug 15, 1972 | 0.50 | - | 5.50 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1972 | 2.50 | - | 0.38 lbs |
| Aug 15, 1972 | 2.00 | - | 0.75 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–23.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1972 | 1.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 15, 1972(were plntd. No pblc access. Only way to lk (is through the Harris prprty on SE shr or Srf (prprty on S shr. Fsh can mgrt into this area (if wtr is hg…
(were plntd. No pblc access. Only way to lk (is through the Harris prprty on SE shr or Srf (prprty on S shr. Fsh can mgrt into this area (if wtr is hgh in sprng. Otlt area-sml & in (in bog area. Prst Fsh Pop Status: The only thing of any sign. we cght were NP & Bass & no great quantity of either. Bass-apprntly spwnd in lk but No.-sm size
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in May?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch in May. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at May?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for May. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is May?
May has a maximum depth of 15 feet and a mean depth of 7 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in May last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in May is from 1972. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does May have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for May 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
- 65.43 acres
- Max Depth
- 15 ft
- Mean Depth
- 7 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.67 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed