Little Smith
A 40-acre lake near Alder in Itasca County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–7.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 1986 | 1.00 | - | 6.40 lbs |
| Jun 19, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 1.30 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.5 per gill net · typical 1.5–20.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jun 19, 1986 | 13.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Black Crappie
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.3 per trap net · typical 1.1–10.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 1986 | 1.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jun 19, 1986 | 2.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per trap net · typical 4.3–32.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 1986 | 9.00 | - | 0.06 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 19, 1986ALL SPECIES ARE WITHIN LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
ALL SPECIES ARE WITHIN LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Little Smith?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, and Bluegill in Little Smith. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Little Smith?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Little Smith. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Little Smith?
Little Smith has a maximum depth of 35 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Little Smith last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Little Smith is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Little Smith have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Little Smith 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
- 39.6 acres
- Max Depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.14 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed