Ranier
A 90-acre lake near Marcell in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (8)
Black Crappie
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1–4.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1979 | 1.00 | - | 1.00 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1979 | 8.50 | - | 0.41 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.3 per gill net · typical 4.8–12.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1987 | 8.25 | - | 1.91 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 0.42 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1979 | 9.00 | - | 3.14 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1979 | 0.75 | - | 0.33 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1979 | 1.50 | - | 0.83 lbs |
Walleye
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.5–3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 2.30 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.3 per trap net · typical 8.3–50.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1987 | 8.25 | - | 0.05 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1987 | 13.00 | - | 0.04 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1979 | 10.75 | - | 0.12 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 2–21.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1987 | 2.25 | - | 0.09 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1987 | 1.50 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1979 | 1.50 | - | 0.27 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net · typical 2.8–10.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.05 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1979 | 10.50 | - | 0.24 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 · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1987 | 0.75 | - | 3.70 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 13, 1987NORTHERN PIKE AND BLUEGILL ARE MOST ABUNDANT IN THE LAKE. THE NORTHERN PIKE AVERAGED ABOUT 2 LBS. AND ARE WELL ABOVE STATE AND LOCAL GILLNET MEDIANS.…
NORTHERN PIKE AND BLUEGILL ARE MOST ABUNDANT IN THE LAKE. THE NORTHERN PIKE AVERAGED ABOUT 2 LBS. AND ARE WELL ABOVE STATE AND LOCAL GILLNET MEDIANS. THE BLUEGILLS ARE TOO SMALL FOR ANGLER ACCEPTANCE AND MAY HAVE A STUNTED GROWTH RATE. THE YELLOW PERCH GILLNET INDICE IS LOW AND AN OCCASIONAL WALLEYE APPEARS TO BE PRESENT IN THE LAKE. LARGEMOUTH BASS ARE PRESENT AS 4 WERE SAMPLED DURING SHORELINE SEINING.
July 25, 1979N Pike, Pumpkinseed and Blk Crappie populations are above state and local medians. All other fish populations are within normal limits for this type o…
N Pike, Pumpkinseed and Blk Crappie populations are above state and local medians. All other fish populations are within normal limits for this type of lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Ranier?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Walleye, and Bluegill in Ranier. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Ranier?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Ranier. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Ranier?
Ranier has a maximum depth of 45 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Ranier last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Ranier is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Ranier have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for 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
- 89.94 acres
- Max Depth
- 45 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.99 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed