Amen
A 215-acre lake near Suomi in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (7)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 16.8 per gill net · typical 1–10.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jul 20, 1987 | 16.80 | - | 0.13 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1977 | 2.33 | - | 0.11 lbs |
Black Crappie
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.8 per gill net · typical 1–3.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 2.80 | - | 0.40 lbs |
| Jul 20, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1977 | 0.33 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.3 per trap net · typical 1.5–6.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 10.60 | - | 0.06 lbs |
| Jul 20, 1987 | 4.25 | - | 0.16 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1977 | 4.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.2 per gill net · typical 3.5–8.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 7.20 | - | 1.55 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1977 | 11.33 | - | 2.15 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1977 | 2.50 | - | 0.99 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Jul 20, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 0.80 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1977 | 0.33 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.3 per trap net · typical 9.5–57.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 8.25 | - | 0.08 lbs |
| Jul 20, 1987 | 7.20 | - | 0.09 lbs |
| Jul 5, 1977 | 36.25 | - | 0.22 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
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 2.1–15.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1987 | 5.00 | - | 0.55 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 20, 1987ALL FISH SPECIES SAMPLED APPEAR TO BE WITHIN THE NORMAL RANGE AND THE CATCH OF MOST SPECIES ARE WELL ABOVE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS.
ALL FISH SPECIES SAMPLED APPEAR TO BE WITHIN THE NORMAL RANGE AND THE CATCH OF MOST SPECIES ARE WELL ABOVE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS.
July 5, 1977N Pike, Bluegill and Crappie populations are at quite high levels. All other fish populations are within normal limites for this type of lake.
N Pike, Bluegill and Crappie populations are at quite high levels. All other fish populations are within normal limites for this type of lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Amen?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, Pumpkinseed, Northern Pike, and Largemouth Bass in Amen. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Amen?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Amen. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Amen?
Amen has a maximum depth of 75 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Amen last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Amen is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Amen have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Amen 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
- 214.65 acres
- Max Depth
- 75 ft
- Shoreline
- 4.93 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed