La Barge
A 59-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1981.
Fish Species (8)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 6.00 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Sep 1, 1981 | 1.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 0.75 | - | 0.17 lbs |
| Sep 1, 1981 | 9.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 1.75 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 4.50 | - | 1.84 lbs |
| Sep 1, 1981 | 1.50 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 2.50 | - | 0.19 lbs |
| Sep 1, 1981 | 0.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
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 Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 1.50 | - | 2.77 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 0.50 | - | 1.00 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1981 | 0.50 | - | 1.00 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 1, 1981NORTHERN PIKE POPULATION IS SLIGHTLY ABOVE LOCAL CATCH MEDIAN. PERCH POPULATION APPEARS ADEQUATE TO SUPPORT THE NORTHERN PIKE. OTHER FISH POPULATIONS…
NORTHERN PIKE POPULATION IS SLIGHTLY ABOVE LOCAL CATCH MEDIAN. PERCH POPULATION APPEARS ADEQUATE TO SUPPORT THE NORTHERN PIKE. OTHER FISH POPULATIONS APPEAR TO BE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in La Barge?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, Northern Pike, and Bluegill in La Barge. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at La Barge?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for La Barge. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is La Barge?
La Barge has a maximum depth of 30 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in La Barge last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in La Barge is from 1981. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does La Barge have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for La Barge 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
- 58.9 acres
- Max Depth
- 30 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.78 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed