Paco
A 16-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County. Last surveyed 1978.
Fish Species (2)
Rock Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1978 | 1.00 | - | 0.10 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.
White Sucker
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1978 | 2.00 | - | 0.88 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 17, 1978Consists of low populations of suckers and rock bass.
Consists of low populations of suckers and rock bass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Paco?
Minnesota DNR records list Rock Bass for Paco, but none have a fishing-quality score yet — they may be recently stocked or have limited survey data. See the species list above.
Is there public access at Paco?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Paco. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Paco?
Paco has a maximum depth of 5 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Paco last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Paco is from 1978. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Paco have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Paco 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
- 16.25 acres
- Max Depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.74 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed