Legler
A 54-acre lake near Darby Junction in Lake County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1988.
Fish Species (4)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 15.0 per gill net · typical 4–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 1988 | 15.00 | - | 2.72 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 15.0 per gill net · typical 2–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 1988 | 15.00 | - | 0.19 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 1988 | 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
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.0 per gill net · typical 3–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 1988 | 11.00 | - | 1.94 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 14, 1988One gillnet set indicated a high Northern Pike population is present with a catch 3.6 times the area average. Ages-2, 3, and 4 composed 2/3 of the cat…
One gillnet set indicated a high Northern Pike population is present with a catch 3.6 times the area average. Ages-2, 3, and 4 composed 2/3 of the catch with age-3 accounting for 40%. Overall growth for the large Northern Pike was considered good. White Suckers and Yellow Perch are present in numbers about equal to the area average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Legler?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Legler. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Legler?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Legler. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Legler?
Legler has a maximum depth of 3 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Legler last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Legler is from 1988. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Legler have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Legler 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
- 53.69 acres
- Max Depth
- 3 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.55 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed