Little Markham
A 46-acre lake near Markham in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and walleye. Last surveyed 1991.
Fish Species (5)
Black Crappie
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.7 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1991 | 0.50 | - | 0.15 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1991 | 11.67 | - | 0.22 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 20.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1991 | 19.67 | - | 0.07 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1991 | 20.00 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1991 | 1.75 | - | 0.69 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1991 | 0.50 | - | 1.83 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1991 | 1.75 | - | 5.07 lbs |
| Jul 11, 1991 | 0.67 | - | 3.40 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.
Golden Shiner
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991
Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1991 | 0.33 | - | 0.05 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 11, 1991BLC ARE ABUNDANT, WITH A MEAN LENGTH OF 7.3 INCHES. LOW DENSITY NOP POPULATION EXHIBITING GOOD SIZE STRUCTURE (XL=25.6 INCHES) AND FAST GROWTH RATES.…
BLC ARE ABUNDANT, WITH A MEAN LENGTH OF 7.3 INCHES. LOW DENSITY NOP POPULATION EXHIBITING GOOD SIZE STRUCTURE (XL=25.6 INCHES) AND FAST GROWTH RATES. YEP ARE VERY ABUNDANT WITH A MEAN LENGTH OF 5.9 INCHES AND SLOW GROWTH RATES. DESPITE VERY LITTLE IDENTIFIABLE SPAWNING SUBSTRATE THE WAE POPULATION IS SELF SUSTAINING WITH A MEAN LENGTH OF 13.7 INCHES.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Little Markham?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, Walleye, and Northern Pike in Little Markham. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Little Markham?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Little Markham. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Little Markham?
Little Markham has a maximum depth of 25 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Little Markham last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Little Markham is from 1991. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Little Markham have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Little 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
- 46.39 acres
- Max Depth
- 25 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.17 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed