Portage
A 715-acre lake near Inger in Itasca County — best known for panfish and walleye. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (12)
Rock Bass
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.5–2.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.33 | - | 0.70 lbs |
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.75 | - | 0.37 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 0.33 | - | 1.10 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 5.7–40.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 1.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 0.33 | - | 0.90 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per gill net · typical 0.5–3.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 1.33 | - | 1.52 lbs |
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.75 | - | 1.43 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 0.33 | - | 7.80 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1978 | 0.33 | - | 4.50 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.7 per gill net · typical 1.5–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 4.75 | - | 0.17 lbs |
| Jul 17, 1986 | 5.67 | - | 0.14 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 1.00 | - | 0.05 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 1.3–6.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 1.50 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 0.67 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 2.8–8.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 5.00 | - | 1.51 lbs |
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.40 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 1.50 | - | 0.93 lbs |
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.5–3.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.40 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 0.33 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Other species in this lake (4)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Brown Bullhead
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–2.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 1.00 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1978 | 0.33 | - | 1.70 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net · typical 0.5–11 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.33 | - | 0.60 lbs |
White Sucker
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–0.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 2.10 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 1–8.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 17, 1986 | 0.75 | - | 0.57 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 17, 1986WALLEYE AND YELLOW PERCH ABUNDANCE IS BELOW STATE- WIDE LOCAL MEDIANS. ALL OTHER SPECIES ARE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE. SHORELINE SEI…
WALLEYE AND YELLOW PERCH ABUNDANCE IS BELOW STATE- WIDE LOCAL MEDIANS. ALL OTHER SPECIES ARE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE. SHORELINE SEINING YIELDING A GOOD NUMBER OF YOUNG-0F-YEAR WALLEYE. WALLEYE AND YELLOW PERCH ABUNDANCE IS BELOW STATEWIDE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. ALL OTHER SPECIES ARE WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE. SHORELINE SEINING YIELDED A GOOD NUMBER OF YOUNG- OF-YEAR WALLEYE.
August 7, 1978Cisco population is considerably above state and local medians. All other fish populations are within normal limits for this type of lake.
Cisco population is considerably 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 Portage?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Rock Bass, Bluegill, Walleye, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch in Portage. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Portage?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Portage. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Portage?
Portage has a maximum depth of 60 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Portage last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Portage is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Portage have any invasive species?
Yes — Portage has confirmed zebra mussel. Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to avoid spreading invasives to other waters.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 714.55 acres
- Max Depth
- 60 ft
- Shoreline
- 10.02 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed
Invasive Species Alert
- zebra mussel
Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to prevent spread.