Beartrack
A 156-acre lake near Crane Lake in St. Louis County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 2000.
Fish Species (3)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000
Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.2 per gill net · typical 1–8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2000 | 1.17 | 7.3" | 0.21 lbs |
Green Sunfish
Small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000
Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per gill net · typical 0.3–2.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2000 | 1.33 | 4.4" | 0.09 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
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000
Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.3 per gill net · typical 1.5–10.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2000 | 13.33 | 12.3" | 0.88 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 17, 2016Dissolved oxygen and temperature were sampled in Beartrack Lake on August 17, 2016. This data was collected as part of an assessment of Lake Trout hab…
Dissolved oxygen and temperature were sampled in Beartrack Lake on August 17, 2016. This data was collected as part of an assessment of Lake Trout habitat suitability during the peak of the summer. This sample showed that optimum habitat conditions for Lake Trout existed from 23 to 36 feet in depth. Over 1/4 of the water column provided optimum habitat. Water quality sampling in July of 2001 had similar results with optimum conditions existing from 21 to 35 feet deep, and in July of 2000 optimum conditions existed from 22 to 40 feet deep.
August 17, 2016Dissolved oxygen and temperature were sampled in Beartrack Lake on August 17, 2016. This data was collected as part of an assessment of Lake Trout hab…
Dissolved oxygen and temperature were sampled in Beartrack Lake on August 17, 2016. This data was collected as part of an assessment of Lake Trout habitat suitability during the peak of the summer. This sample showed that optimum habitat conditions for Lake Trout existed from 23 to 36 feet in depth. Over 1/4 of the water column provided optimum habitat. Water quality sampling in July of 2001 had similar results with optimum conditions existing from 21 to 35 feet deep, and in July of 2000 optimum conditions existed from 22 to 40 feet deep.
August 17, 2016Dissolved oxygen and temperature were sampled in Beartrack Lake on August 17, 2016. This data was collected as part of an assessment of Lake Trout hab…
Dissolved oxygen and temperature were sampled in Beartrack Lake on August 17, 2016. This data was collected as part of an assessment of Lake Trout habitat suitability during the peak of the summer. This sample showed that optimum habitat conditions for Lake Trout existed from 23 to 36 feet in depth. Over 1/4 of the water column provided optimum habitat. Water quality sampling in July of 2001 had similar results with optimum conditions existing from 21 to 35 feet deep, and in July of 2000 optimum conditions existed from 22 to 40 feet deep.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Beartrack?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch and Green Sunfish in Beartrack. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Beartrack?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Beartrack. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Beartrack?
Beartrack has a maximum depth of 55 feet and a mean depth of 25.3 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Beartrack last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Beartrack is from 2000. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Beartrack have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Beartrack 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
- 156.49 acres
- Max Depth
- 55 ft
- Mean Depth
- 25.3 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.79 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed