Little Johanna
A 17-acre lake near Arden Hills in Ramsey County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1984.
Fish Species (9)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 19.0 per gill net · typical 1.9–18 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1984 | 19.00 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1979 | 18.00 | - | 0.38 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1979 | 2.00 | - | 0.38 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 2.5–7.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1984 | 2.00 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1979 | 2.00 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 29.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1979 | 29.00 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Other species in this lake (4)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Common Carp
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 14.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1984 | 14.00 | - | 1.46 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 1–6.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 1979 | 2.00 | - | 0.38 lbs |
Brown Bullhead
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 0.7–6.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1984 | 1.00 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1979 | 10.00 | - | 0.55 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 14.0 per gill net · typical 5.2–56.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1984 | 14.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Aug 7, 1979 | 15.00 | - | 0.22 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 6, 1984BASED ON THE GILLNET CATCH ONLY, CARP, BLACK BULLHEAD, AND BLACK CRAPPIES WERE FOUND AT ABOVE LOCAL MEDIAN LEVELS. BROWN BULLHEAD AND NORTHERN PIKE WE…
BASED ON THE GILLNET CATCH ONLY, CARP, BLACK BULLHEAD, AND BLACK CRAPPIES WERE FOUND AT ABOVE LOCAL MEDIAN LEVELS. BROWN BULLHEAD AND NORTHERN PIKE WERE SAMPLED AT BELOW LOCAL MEDIAN LEVELS. YELLOW BULLHEAD, LARGEMOUTH BASS, GREEN SUNFISH, PUMPKINSEED, BLUEGILL AND HYBRID SUNFISH ARE KNOWN TO INHABIT THE LAKE FROM THE 1979 TEST NETTTING, AND 1/4
August 7, 1979Based on gill net catch only. All species taken were in numbers per set above the local median. The Blk, Brn, and Yel Bullhead were each rprsntd by la…
Based on gill net catch only. All species taken were in numbers per set above the local median. The Blk, Brn, and Yel Bullhead were each rprsntd by large individuals primarily. Over 70% of the Bluegill taken were fish 6.5 inches or larger. The Blk Crappie taken were also larger fish with 10 of 18 being 8.0 inches or larger.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Little Johanna?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and Northern Pike in Little Johanna. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Little Johanna?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Little Johanna. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Little Johanna?
Little Johanna has a maximum depth of 28 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Little Johanna last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Little Johanna is from 1984. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Little Johanna have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Little Johanna 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
- 17.17 acres
- Max Depth
- 28 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.7 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed