Crystal
A 37-acre lake near Melrude in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1974.
Fish Species (5)
Rock Bass
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 16.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1974 | 6.00 | - | 0.25 lbs |
| Jul 31, 1974 | 16.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1974 | 7.00 | - | 0.07 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1974 | 6.00 | - | 1.92 lbs |
| Jul 31, 1974 | 1.75 | - | 1.00 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1974 | 10.75 | - | 0.12 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
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1974
Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 16.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 1974 | 0.50 | - | 3.38 lbs |
| Jul 31, 1974 | 16.00 | - | 2.56 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 31, 1974(that we talked to were not receptive to the (idea. No waterfowl or furbearers were obsrvd (nor was there sign of either.
(that we talked to were not receptive to the (idea. No waterfowl or furbearers were obsrvd (nor was there sign of either.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Crystal?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Rock Bass, Yellow Perch, Northern Pike, and Bluegill in Crystal. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Crystal?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Crystal. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Crystal?
Crystal has a maximum depth of 54 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Crystal last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Crystal is from 1974. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Crystal have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Crystal 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
- 36.93 acres
- Max Depth
- 54 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.06 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed