Fairy
A 109-acre lake near Winton in St. Louis County — best known for walleye and panfish. Last surveyed 1973.
Fish Species (6)
Walleye
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net · typical 3.2–13.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 6.00 | - | 1.55 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.3 per gill net · typical 4.7–15.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 5.25 | - | 0.32 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 2–6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 3.00 | - | 1.70 lbs |
Rock Bass
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 0.2–1.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 1.50 | - | 0.35 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 0.25 | - | 0.40 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: 2.3 per gill net · typical 3–11 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1973 | 2.25 | - | 2.67 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 25, 1973The Gamefish present are walleye & northern pike. Walleye are fairly abundant and of good size. Younger age walleye seem to be lacking. Northern pike…
The Gamefish present are walleye & northern pike. Walleye are fairly abundant and of good size. Younger age walleye seem to be lacking. Northern pike are present in good numbers, but are small. The sucker population is relatively low and the perch population is relatively high for this area, in this type of lake. Bluegills and rock bass are present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Fairy?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Rock Bass in Fairy. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Fairy?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Fairy. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Fairy?
Fairy has a maximum depth of 19 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Fairy last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Fairy is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Fairy have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Fairy 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
- 108.51 acres
- Max Depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.3 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed