Fran
A 21-acre lake near Happy Wanderer in Lake County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1985.
Fish Species (3)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net · typical 1.1–5.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 6.00 | - | 1.75 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 1.1–12.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 0.20 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1985 | 3.00 | - | 0.17 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 Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 1–8.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 0.60 | - | 2.67 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1985 | 5.00 | - | 3.00 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 26, 1985Northern Pike catch in gillnets was 1.5 times the area average. Yellow Perch and White Sucker catches in gillnets were well below the area averages.
Northern Pike catch in gillnets was 1.5 times the area average. Yellow Perch and White Sucker catches in gillnets were well below the area averages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Fran?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Fran. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Fran?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Fran. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Fran?
Fran has a maximum depth of 19 feet and a mean depth of 11 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Fran last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Fran is from 1985. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Fran have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Fran 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
- 20.61 acres
- Max Depth
- 19 ft
- Mean Depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.73 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed