Arkose
A 19-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (3)
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1–8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1979 | 0.50 | - | 0.80 lbs |
Green Sunfish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 0.3–2.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1979 | 1.50 | - | 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 · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.0 per gill net · typical 1.5–10.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1979 | 11.00 | - | 0.95 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 15, 1979(East Three L.) and their guests would travel to Missionary on these trails to fish lake trout. These trails are completely grwn over. Composed of an…
(East Three L.) and their guests would travel to Missionary on these trails to fish lake trout. These trails are completely grwn over. Composed of an above-average population of white sucker and low populations of perch and green sunfish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Arkose?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch in Arkose. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Arkose?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Arkose. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Arkose?
Arkose has a maximum depth of 37 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Arkose last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Arkose is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Arkose have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Arkose 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
- 19.07 acres
- Max Depth
- 37 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.85 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed