Cedar
A 178-acre lake near Oslund in Itasca County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (11)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 18.4 per gill net · typical 3.4–43.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1986 | 18.40 | - | 0.22 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1977 | 0.50 | - | 0.25 lbs |
Rock Bass
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.5–1.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.75 | - | 0.37 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1986 | 3.40 | - | 0.59 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1977 | 1.75 | - | 0.66 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.25 | - | 2.10 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.60 | - | 0.90 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1977 | 1.75 | - | 1.61 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 12.5 per trap net · typical 6.1–46.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 12.50 | - | 0.18 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1986 | 3.20 | - | 0.16 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1977 | 12.25 | - | 0.31 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.2 per gill net · typical 3.5–10.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 1.10 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1986 | 4.20 | - | 2.05 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1977 | 6.00 | - | 2.13 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per trap net · typical 2–8.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 1.80 | - | 0.23 lbs |
| Jul 14, 1986 | 3.50 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jul 13, 1977 | 2.75 | - | 0.23 lbs |
Walleye
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.4 per gill net · typical 1.3–5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.40 | - | 3.00 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 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.4–2.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1977 | 0.75 | - | 1.10 lbs |
White Sucker
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1977
Last surveyed 1977 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1977 | 0.25 | - | 5.60 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.2 per gill net · typical 0.8–7.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.20 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 1.3–9.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 1986 | 0.50 | - | 0.60 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 14, 1986ALL SPECIES ARE WITHIN LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
ALL SPECIES ARE WITHIN LIMITS FOR THIS TYPE OF LAKE.
July 13, 1977All fish populations appear to be within normal limits for this type of lake.
All fish populations appear to be within normal limits for this type of lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Cedar?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Rock Bass, Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and Northern Pike in Cedar. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Cedar?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Cedar. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Cedar?
Cedar has a maximum depth of 45 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Cedar last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Cedar is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Cedar have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Cedar 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
- 177.93 acres
- Max Depth
- 45 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.46 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed