Beaver
A 95-acre lake near McComber in St. Louis County — best known for pike and bass. Last surveyed 1984.
Fish Species (5)
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 16.0 per gill net · typical 3–9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 16.00 | - | 1.47 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–1.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 0.50 | - | 2.40 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 3.3–18.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 3.00 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 3.00 | - | 0.08 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 Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 5.3–22.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1984 | 1.50 | - | 2.50 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 25, 1984Larger numbers (16/gillnet set) of northern pike are present althought their size is small. Average population of yellow perch, white sucker, pumpkins…
Larger numbers (16/gillnet set) of northern pike are present althought their size is small. Average population of yellow perch, white sucker, pumpkinseed, sunfish and largemouth bass are also present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Beaver?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch in Beaver. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Beaver?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Beaver. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Beaver?
Beaver has a maximum depth of 4 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Beaver last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Beaver is from 1984. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Beaver have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Beaver 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
- 94.72 acres
- Max Depth
- 4 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.31 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed