Needle Boy
A 43-acre lake near Eagles Nest in St. Louis County — best known for muskie and panfish. Last surveyed 1984.
Fish Species (6)
Muskellunge
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net · typical 3–3.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1984 | 3.50 | - | 3.57 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 3.67 | - | 1.55 lbs |
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.5 per gill net · typical 0.6–6.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1984 | 0.67 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Jul 6, 1984 | 8.50 | - | 0.21 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.7 per trap net · typical 1.9–15.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1984 | 13.67 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Jul 6, 1984 | 5.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 12.67 | - | 0.32 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per trap net · typical 0.2–1.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1984 | 5.00 | - | 1.10 lbs |
| Jul 6, 1984 | 0.33 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 4.33 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 2–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1984 | 1.50 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 7.33 | - | 0.50 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 · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1984
Last surveyed 1984 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.5 per gill net · typical 2.6–17.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 1984 | 6.50 | - | 2.46 lbs |
| Jun 24, 1980 | 4.67 | - | 3.36 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 6, 1984Six mile lake has largemouth bass and bluegill present in above average numbers, white sucker and black crappie present in average numbers, and yellow…
Six mile lake has largemouth bass and bluegill present in above average numbers, white sucker and black crappie present in average numbers, and yellow perch present in below average numbers. Except for the largemouth bass (mean length =12.1) centrarchid sizes are small. The muskellunge present are remnants of stockings in 1974 and 1978. It seems likely that few will attain legal size (30
June 24, 1980Muskellunge, largemouth bass and bluegill are present in above average numbers. Suckers and yellow perch are present in about average numbers. Crappie…
Muskellunge, largemouth bass and bluegill are present in above average numbers. Suckers and yellow perch are present in about average numbers. Crappies are present in low numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Needle Boy?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Muskellunge, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, and Yellow Perch in Needle Boy. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Needle Boy?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Needle Boy. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Needle Boy?
Needle Boy has a maximum depth of 15 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Needle Boy last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Needle Boy is from 1984. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Needle Boy have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Needle Boy 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
- 43.29 acres
- Max Depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.99 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed