Bartlet
A 119-acre lake near Bigfork in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1972.
Fish Species (3)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–23.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1972 | 0.33 | - | - |
| Aug 17, 1972 | 10.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 2.8–10 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1972 | 5.00 | - | 1.10 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1972 | 0.33 | - | 1.00 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
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per gill net · typical 1–5.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1972 | 0.33 | - | 2.00 lbs |
| Aug 17, 1972 | 7.00 | - | 0.79 lbs |
Biologist Notes
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(cvrng lk. Sarf fmly from Hbbng has only (rd to lk & apprntly strctly cntrls who (gets to the lk. Prst Fsh Pop Status: Poor. This is strctly Blhd Lk. If it was deeper it would have excllnt poss- ibilities for Walleyes but there is no way to raise the water levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Bartlet?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Northern Pike in Bartlet. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Bartlet?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Bartlet. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Bartlet?
Bartlet has a maximum depth of 8 feet and a mean depth of 4 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Bartlet last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Bartlet is from 1972. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Bartlet have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Bartlet 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
- 119.27 acres
- Max Depth
- 8 ft
- Mean Depth
- 4 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.06 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed