Crooked
A 104-acre lake near Spring Lake (Itasca) in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (8)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 30.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 1.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Jul 2, 1979 | 30.50 | - | 0.11 lbs |
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 3.00 | - | 0.28 lbs |
| Jul 2, 1979 | 6.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 16.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 16.00 | - | 2.88 lbs |
| Jul 2, 1979 | 1.50 | - | 1.92 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 1.00 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 1.50 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Brown Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 2.50 | - | 0.70 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 2.50 | - | 0.34 lbs |
| Jul 2, 1979 | 3.75 | - | 0.35 lbs |
White Sucker
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 1979 | 0.50 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 2, 1979N Pike and Perch pop. higher than state and local medians. All other fish pop. within normal limits for this type of lake.
N Pike and Perch pop. higher than state and local medians. All other fish pop. within normal limits for this type of lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Crooked?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, Northern Pike, Pumpkinseed, and Bluegill in Crooked. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Crooked?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Crooked. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Crooked?
Crooked has a maximum depth of 110 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Crooked last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Crooked is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Crooked have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Crooked 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
- 103.88 acres
- Max Depth
- 110 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.94 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed