Wilbur
A 44-acre lake near Saint Johns Landing Camp in Pine County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1983.
Fish Species (2)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.0 per gill net · typical 2.8–10 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1983 | 10.00 | - | 3.07 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1983 | 0.75 | - | 2.13 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1983
Last surveyed 1983 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 14.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–23.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1983 | 6.00 | - | 0.09 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1983 | 14.50 | - | 0.08 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 10, 1983WHEN COMPARED TO RESPECTIVE LOCAL MEDIANS, THE PRESENT FISH POPULATION STATUS OF WILBUR LAKE IS AS FOLLOWS. THE NORTHERN PIKE WAS HIGH AT 10.0 PER SET…
WHEN COMPARED TO RESPECTIVE LOCAL MEDIANS, THE PRESENT FISH POPULATION STATUS OF WILBUR LAKE IS AS FOLLOWS. THE NORTHERN PIKE WAS HIGH AT 10.0 PER SET WITH AN AVERAGE WT OF 2.95 PDS. THE YELLOW PERCH WAS LOW AT 14.50 PER SET. NO OTHER FISH SPECIES CAPTURED. SHORELINE SEINING FOR NATURAL REPRODUCTION COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE PRIVATE LAND OWNER DENIED SURVEY ACCESS.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Wilbur?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Wilbur. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Wilbur?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Wilbur. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Wilbur?
Wilbur has a maximum depth of 14 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Wilbur last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Wilbur is from 1983. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Wilbur have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Wilbur 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
- 44.26 acres
- Max Depth
- 14 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.17 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed