Silver
A 28-acre lake near McKinley in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1985.
Fish Species (5)
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 80.5 per gill net · typical 2–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1985 | 3.60 | - | 0.13 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1985 | 80.50 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 3.9–9.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1985 | 1.00 | - | 6.50 lbs |
| Jun 10, 1985 | 0.20 | - | 4.50 lbs |
Walleye
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1–7.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1985 | 1.00 | - | 1.90 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.
Golden Shiner
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–16.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1985 | 5.50 | - | 0.06 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.4 per trap net · typical 1.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 1985 | 0.40 | - | 0.45 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 10, 1985Yellow perch are present in above average numbers; northern pike and walleye are present in below average numbers. Black bullhead and golden shiner ar…
Yellow perch are present in above average numbers; northern pike and walleye are present in below average numbers. Black bullhead and golden shiner are also present. Walleye and northern pike are large.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Silver?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Walleye in Silver. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Silver?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Silver. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Silver?
Silver has a maximum depth of 19 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Silver last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Silver is from 1985. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Silver have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Silver 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
- 28.35 acres
- Max Depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.92 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed