Young
A 132-acre lake near Melrude in St. Louis County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1992.
Fish Species (3)
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.3 per trap net · typical 0.7–3.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1992 | 0.30 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Northern Pike
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.6 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1992 | 2.60 | - | 1.70 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.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1992
Last surveyed 1992 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 41.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 1992 | 41.00 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 5, 1992NOP ARE WELL DISTRIBUTED FROM AGES I THROUGH IV WITH GROWTH RATES AND ABUNDANCE COMPARABLE TO LOCAL AND LAKE CLASS MEDIANS RESPECTIVELY. SMALL (AVERAG…
NOP ARE WELL DISTRIBUTED FROM AGES I THROUGH IV WITH GROWTH RATES AND ABUNDANCE COMPARABLE TO LOCAL AND LAKE CLASS MEDIANS RESPECTIVELY. SMALL (AVERAGE LENGTH OF 5.2 INCHES) BLBS ARE ABUNDANT, WELL OVER THE STATE MEDIAN. BLCS ARE REPRESENTED BY ONLY THE 1990 YEAR CLASS AND EXHIBIT GROWTH RATES ABOVE THE LOCAL MEDIAN.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Young?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie in Young. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Young?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Young. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Young?
Young has a maximum depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Young last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Young is from 1992. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Young have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Young 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
- 132.2 acres
- Max Depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.6 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed