Western
A 131-acre lake near Burntside Lake in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1976.
Fish Species (4)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 34.3 per gill net · typical 2.2–14.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1976 | 34.33 | - | 0.21 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per gill net · typical 2–6.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1976 | 1.33 | - | 6.00 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.3 per gill net · typical 3–9.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1976 | 9.33 | - | 1.25 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 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.3 per gill net · typical 3.6–14.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1976 | 5.33 | - | 2.06 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 25, 1976Composed of above average populations of walleyes, yellow perch, and white suckers. Northern pike are present in below average numbers. Reproduction f…
Composed of above average populations of walleyes, yellow perch, and white suckers. Northern pike are present in below average numbers. Reproduction for walleyes appears to be lacking in some years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Western?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Walleye in Western. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Western?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Western. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Western?
Western has a maximum depth of 12 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Western last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Western is from 1976. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Western have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Western 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
- 131.46 acres
- Max Depth
- 12 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.87 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed