Skelly
A 70-acre lake near Days High Landing in Itasca County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1982.
Fish Species (6)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1982 | 8.00 | - | 1.23 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1982 | 5.75 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Sep 1, 1982 | 2.33 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1982 | 1.00 | - | 0.27 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Sep 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1982 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Sep 1, 1982 | 0.33 | - | 0.40 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.
Black Bullhead
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1982 | 9.67 | - | 0.38 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1982
Last surveyed 1982 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 1982 | 2.00 | - | 0.55 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 1, 1982Bullhead & northern pike populations are at fairly high levels. Perch and panfish abundance is below local medians.
Bullhead & northern pike populations are at fairly high levels. Perch and panfish abundance is below local medians.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Skelly?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Pumpkinseed in Skelly. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Skelly?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Skelly. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Skelly?
Skelly has a maximum depth of 35 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Skelly last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Skelly is from 1982. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Skelly have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Skelly 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
- 70.13 acres
- Max Depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.34 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed