Rush
A 115-acre lake near Winton in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and walleye. Last surveyed 1984.
Fish Species (6)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.8 per gill net · typical 3.3–18.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1984 | 3.75 | - | 0.29 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 2.3–9.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1984 | 4.00 | - | 1.29 lbs |
Smallmouth Bass
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.3–1.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1984 | 0.25 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 3–9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1984 | 4.00 | - | 1.62 lbs |
Rock Bass
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 0.4–2.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1984 | 0.25 | - | 0.10 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
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net · typical 5.3–22.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1984 | 6.00 | - | 1.35 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 28, 1984Rush Lake has average populations of white sucker, northern pike, yellow perch, walleye, smallmouth bass and rock bass. White suckers are smaller than…
Rush Lake has average populations of white sucker, northern pike, yellow perch, walleye, smallmouth bass and rock bass. White suckers are smaller than average (mean length=13'). Walleye growth is slow (11.5' at annulus IV) and year class strengths appear fairly evenly distributed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Rush?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Walleye, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Rock Bass in Rush. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Rush?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Rush. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Rush?
Rush has a maximum depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Rush last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Rush is from 1984. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Rush have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Rush 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
- 114.58 acres
- Max Depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.81 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed