Markham
A 229-acre lake near Markham in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1974.
Fish Species (7)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 1974 | 9.00 | - | 0.06 lbs |
| Aug 12, 1974 | 2.75 | - | 0.22 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 1974 | 0.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 1974 | 0.50 | - | 0.45 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 1974 | 1.25 | - | 0.45 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 1974 | 0.50 | - | 0.50 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
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 1974 | 3.50 | - | 1.96 lbs |
| Aug 12, 1974 | 0.25 | - | 3.50 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 1974 | 0.50 | - | 0.42 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 12, 1974Fish populations are low with the exception of Crappies which are adequate.
Fish populations are low with the exception of Crappies which are adequate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Markham?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Pumpkinseed, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, and Northern Pike in Markham. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Markham?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Markham. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Markham?
Markham has a maximum depth of 29 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Markham last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Markham is from 1974. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Markham have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Markham 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
- 229.16 acres
- Max Depth
- 29 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.69 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed