Little Ranier
A 53-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1980.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 2.8–8.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 1980 | 2.00 | - | 2.06 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per trap net · typical 1.3–6.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 1980 | 0.33 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Other species in this lake (2)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Brown Bullhead
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.7 per trap net · typical 0.5–2.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 1980 | 1.67 | - | 0.60 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per trap net · typical 0.3–2.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 9, 1980 | 2.00 | - | 0.15 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 9, 1980All fish populations down now because of winter- kill last winter.
All fish populations down now because of winter- kill last winter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Little Ranier?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Pumpkinseed in Little Ranier. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Little Ranier?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Little Ranier. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Little Ranier?
Little Ranier has a maximum depth of 48 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Little Ranier last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Little Ranier is from 1980. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Little Ranier have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Little Ranier 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
- 52.96 acres
- Max Depth
- 48 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.37 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed