Bonnie
A 105-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1972.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.6 per gill net · typical 2–6.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1972 | 5.60 | - | 2.59 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.4 per gill net · typical 2.2–14.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1972 | 1.40 | - | 0.16 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1972 | 1.00 | - | 0.06 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 Aug 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.2 per gill net · typical 3.6–14.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1972 | 6.20 | - | 1.66 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 9, 1972Good population of northern pike; however, most are small (2-4 lbs). Sucker population is high and yellow perch population is low.
Good population of northern pike; however, most are small (2-4 lbs). Sucker population is high and yellow perch population is low.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Bonnie?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Bonnie. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Bonnie?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Bonnie. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Bonnie?
Bonnie has a maximum depth of 11 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Bonnie last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Bonnie is from 1972. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Bonnie have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Bonnie 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
- 104.9 acres
- Max Depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.53 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed