Sawyer
A 137-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1980.
Fish Species (5)
Bluegill
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 26.0 per trap net · typical 3.1–24.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1980 | 26.00 | - | 0.29 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 11.83 | - | 0.36 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.17 per gill net · typical 2.8–10 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1980 | 0.17 | - | 5.00 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.3 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1980 | 2.25 | - | 0.86 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 4.83 | - | 0.88 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–23.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1980 | 6.50 | - | 0.11 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.
Yellow Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.6–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 1980 | 0.50 | - | 0.50 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 0.17 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 24, 1980LM Bass and Bluegill populations are well above local medians. Very few other fish present.
LM Bass and Bluegill populations are well above local medians. Very few other fish present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Sawyer?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Bluegill, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch in Sawyer. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Sawyer?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Sawyer. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Sawyer?
Sawyer has a maximum depth of 15 feet and a mean depth of 8 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Sawyer last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Sawyer is from 1980. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Sawyer have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Sawyer 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
- 136.9 acres
- Max Depth
- 15 ft
- Mean Depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.61 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed