Boot
A 323-acre lake near Winton in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and walleye. Last surveyed 1973.
Fish Species (6)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.2 per gill net · typical 0.5–7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 5.17 | - | 0.26 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.3 per gill net · typical 0.8–3.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 2.33 | - | 2.44 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per gill net · typical 1.3–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 2.50 | - | 2.73 lbs |
Rock Bass
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per gill net · typical 0.3–2.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 1.83 | - | 0.42 lbs |
Other species in this lake (2)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
White Sucker
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 1.2–4.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 2.00 | - | 2.23 lbs |
Shorthead Redhorse
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.17 per gill net · typical 0.2–0.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 0.17 | - | 2.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 27, 1973(mod. heavy. The main components are well used The only gamefish present are walleye and northern pike. The walleye population is low in numbers and c…
(mod. heavy. The main components are well used The only gamefish present are walleye and northern pike. The walleye population is low in numbers and composed of older (age IV+) fish. The northern pike population is about average. Other fish include white sucker (average. size population.) Yellow perch (about average for this area & a lake of this type), Cisco (large population present), Rock Bass (fairly large population), & Redhorse (present).
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Boot?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Walleye, Northern Pike, and Rock Bass in Boot. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Boot?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Boot. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Boot?
Boot has a maximum depth of 27 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Boot last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Boot is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Boot have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Boot 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
- 322.54 acres
- Max Depth
- 27 ft
- Shoreline
- 7.3 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed