Youngstrom
A 153-acre lake near Beckville in Meeker County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (8)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 17.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 17.50 | - | 1.91 lbs |
| Jun 29, 1987 | 4.00 | - | 1.97 lbs |
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.2 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 3.00 | - | 0.31 lbs |
| Jun 29, 1987 | 4.17 | - | 0.37 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.2 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.35 lbs |
| Jun 29, 1987 | 3.17 | - | 0.13 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 20.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 20.50 | - | 0.36 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 0.17 | - | 1.00 lbs |
| Jun 29, 1987 | 3.50 | - | 0.42 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 180.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 267.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jun 29, 1987 | 180.00 | - | 0.01 lbs |
Golden Shiner
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 4.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
| Jun 29, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 0.06 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 29, 1987STATUS OF THE FISHERY: Lake is dominated by black bullheads. Capture rate for black bullheads was 267/gillnet. Average length for black bullheads was…
STATUS OF THE FISHERY: Lake is dominated by black bullheads. Capture rate for black bullheads was 267/gillnet. Average length for black bullheads was around 6.7". Northern pike were ages 1-5, with 71% age 3 or less, and were very abundant (17.5/gillnet). Growth rates for norther pike were average. Bluegills consisted of ages 3-7 and were slightly above local average in growth and abundance (20.5/trapnet). Black crappies, pumpkinseeds, yellow perch, yellow bullhead and golden shiner were also present in relatively low numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Youngstrom?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Pumpkinseed, Bluegill, and Yellow Perch in Youngstrom. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Youngstrom?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Youngstrom. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Youngstrom?
Youngstrom has a maximum depth of 5 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Youngstrom last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Youngstrom is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Youngstrom have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Youngstrom 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
- 153.23 acres
- Max Depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.26 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed