Gun
A 341-acre lake near Winton in St. Louis County — best known for walleye and bass. Last surveyed 1973.
Fish Species (6)
Walleye
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.5 per gill net · typical 3.1–9.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 6.50 | - | 1.11 lbs |
Smallmouth Bass
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.3–0.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 0.50 | - | 1.55 lbs |
Rock Bass
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 4.50 | - | 0.26 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1.2–3.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 1.00 | - | 1.77 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 0.50 | - | 0.35 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
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 2.8–6.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 0.50 | - | 2.60 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 25, 1973(grown young loon. The Walleye population is composed of fish from age groups & is relatively large. Northern pike are low in numbers. Smallmouth bass…
(grown young loon. The Walleye population is composed of fish from age groups & is relatively large. Northern pike are low in numbers. Smallmouth bass are about average in numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Gun?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Rock Bass, and Northern Pike in Gun. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Gun?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Gun. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Gun?
Gun has a maximum depth of 57 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Gun last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Gun is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Gun have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Gun 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
- 341.05 acres
- Max Depth
- 57 ft
- Shoreline
- 6.69 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed