Blind
A 43-acre lake near Alder in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1988.
Fish Species (6)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 1988 | 10.67 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 1988 | 1.67 | - | 6.56 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 1988 | 7.00 | - | 0.89 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 1988 | 7.67 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 1988 | 0.67 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Rock Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.3 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 1988 | 4.33 | - | 0.38 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 3, 1988NORTHERN PIKE ABUNDANCE REFLECTS THE LACK OF SPAWNING AREA AND IS WITHIN THE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. THE FISH ARE HOWEVER ABOVE AVERAGE IN SIZE. LARG…
NORTHERN PIKE ABUNDANCE REFLECTS THE LACK OF SPAWNING AREA AND IS WITHIN THE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. THE FISH ARE HOWEVER ABOVE AVERAGE IN SIZE. LARGEMOUTH BASS ARE VERY ABUNDANT AS ARE ROCK BASS AND BLUEGILL. YELLOW PERCH NUMBERS ARE WITHIN THE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Blind?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Northern Pike in Blind. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Blind?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Blind. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Blind?
Blind has a maximum depth of 106 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Blind last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Blind is from 1988. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Blind have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Blind 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
- 42.88 acres
- Max Depth
- 106 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.19 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed