Day
A 41-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1974.
Fish Species (4)
Black Crappie
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 1–4.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1974 | 4.00 | - | 0.75 lbs |
| Aug 19, 1974 | 0.33 | - | 0.75 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per gill net · typical 1.9–19.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1974 | 1.67 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Aug 19, 1974 | 8.00 | - | 0.56 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net · typical 0.4–2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1974 | 1.00 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.7 per trap net · typical 2.9–41.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1974 | 2.67 | - | 0.19 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 19, 1974Average populations of Perch, Crappies and Bass exist in the lake while that of Bluegills is below state and local medians. Other fish seemed to be ev…
Average populations of Perch, Crappies and Bass exist in the lake while that of Bluegills is below state and local medians. Other fish seemed to be evenly spread in lengths.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Day?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Largemouth Bass, and Bluegill in Day. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Day?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Day. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Day?
Day has a maximum depth of 40 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Day last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Day is from 1974. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Day have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Day 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
- 41.19 acres
- Max Depth
- 40 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.3 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed