Wilderness
A 22-acre lake near Dunbar in Itasca County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1981.
Fish Species (3)
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 1.9–19.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1981 | 7.00 | - | 0.26 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1981 | 1.50 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.5 per gill net · typical 2.7–9.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1981 | 5.50 | - | 1.18 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1981 | 2.50 | - | 2.70 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Brown Bullhead
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–5.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1981 | 4.50 | - | 0.44 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1981 | 8.00 | - | 0.19 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 26, 1981This lake has a simple fish species complex typical of a body of water which experiences low oxygen levels during severe winters.
This lake has a simple fish species complex typical of a body of water which experiences low oxygen levels during severe winters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Wilderness?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Northern Pike in Wilderness. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Wilderness?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Wilderness. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Wilderness?
Wilderness has a maximum depth of 25 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Wilderness last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Wilderness is from 1981. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Wilderness have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Wilderness 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
- 21.94 acres
- Max Depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.85 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed