Erickson
A 29-acre lake near Bigfork in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (5)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 1987 | 3.00 | - | 0.44 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 1987 | 2.00 | - | 8.65 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 1987 | 4.00 | - | 0.06 lbs |
| Jun 16, 1987 | 0.33 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 1987 | 0.75 | - | 0.27 lbs |
| Jun 16, 1987 | 1.33 | - | 0.35 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
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 1987 | 0.67 | - | 2.95 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 16, 1987GOOD POPULATION OF SMALL BASS. VERY GOOD POPULA- TION OF LARGE NORTHERN PIKE. PERCH POPULATION IS ALMOST ALL OLDER FISH.
GOOD POPULATION OF SMALL BASS. VERY GOOD POPULA- TION OF LARGE NORTHERN PIKE. PERCH POPULATION IS ALMOST ALL OLDER FISH.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Erickson?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Bluegill in Erickson. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Erickson?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Erickson. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Erickson?
Erickson has a maximum depth of 70 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Erickson last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Erickson is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Erickson have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Erickson 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
- 28.96 acres
- Max Depth
- 70 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.02 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed