Alice
A 1,469-acre lake near Forest Center in Lake County — best known for pike and walleye. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (6)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 1.2–3.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1979 | 3.00 | - | 3.53 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.2 per gill net · typical 3.1–9.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1979 | 8.20 | - | 0.70 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 1.9–7.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1979 | 2.00 | - | 0.19 lbs |
Rock Bass
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.4 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1979 | 4.40 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.6 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1979 | 0.60 | - | 0.13 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 · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.2 per gill net · typical 2.8–6.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 1979 | 9.20 | - | 1.03 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 4, 2025Temperature and dissolved oxygen measurements were collected from the deepest basin in Alice Lake on August 4th, 2025. This was done to evaluate the q…
Temperature and dissolved oxygen measurements were collected from the deepest basin in Alice Lake on August 4th, 2025. This was done to evaluate the quantity and quality of cold, oxygenated water (i.e., oxythermal habitat) available to Cisco, also known as Tullibee, the most sensitive coldwater species present in this lake. Cisco require a layer of oxythermal habitat that contains water temperatures below 21.2 degrees C (70.2 degrees F) and dissolved oxygen concentrations above 3.0 mg/L. Based on data collected from the deepest basin (maximum sampled depth was 55.1 feet), the water temperature decreased to 21.2 degrees C (70.2 degrees F) at 14.2 feet and the dissolved oxygen concentration decreased to 3.0 mg/L at 44.9 feet at the time of sampling. This layer in the water column was 30.7 feet, indicating oxythermal habitat for Cisco was present. Further, the temperature at which dissolved oxygen decreased to 3.0 mg/L (i.e., TDO3, a single variable to characterize oxythermal habitat) was 11.1 degrees C (52.0 degrees F). TDO3 values cooler than 21.2 degrees C (70.2 degrees F) indicate that oxythermal conditions were suitable for Cisco at the time of the survey. Data collected by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources during the period of maximum oxythermal stress (July 26th to Aug 24th) in 2024 also indicated suitable oxythermal habitat. When adequate oxythermal habitat is not available, Cisco are squeezed into unfavorable, warmer water conditions and experience higher levels of stress.
July 18, 1979Composed of above-average populations of walleye, sucker, rock bass, and ciscoes. Northern pike are present in average numbers. Whitefish, perch and b…
Composed of above-average populations of walleye, sucker, rock bass, and ciscoes. Northern pike are present in average numbers. Whitefish, perch and bluegill appear to be present in below-average numbers. Natural reproduction appears excellent for walleyes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Alice?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Walleye, Yellow Perch, and Rock Bass in Alice. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Alice?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Alice. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Alice?
Alice has a maximum depth of 53 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Alice last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Alice is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Alice have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Alice 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
- 1,469 acres
- Max Depth
- 53 ft
- Shoreline
- 27.59 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed