Kek
A 55-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County — best known for trout and panfish. Last surveyed 1988.
Fish Species (3)
Lake Trout
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 18.0 per gill net · typical 1–4.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 1988 | 18.00 | - | 0.98 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 1–8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 1988 | 2.00 | - | 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
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 1.5–10.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 1988 | 5.00 | - | 0.88 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 14, 1988A deep water gillnet set shows lake trout and white sucker are present in above average numbers. Yellow perch are also present. Lake trout natural rep…
A deep water gillnet set shows lake trout and white sucker are present in above average numbers. Yellow perch are also present. Lake trout natural reproduction is good; three of eight trout captured were under 12 18 tile lake
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Kek?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Lake Trout and Yellow Perch in Kek. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Kek?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Kek. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Kek?
Kek has a maximum depth of 130 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Kek last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Kek is from 1988. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Kek have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Kek 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
- 54.91 acres
- Max Depth
- 130 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.3 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed