Headquarters
A 66-acre lake near Gowan in St. Louis County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1975.
Fish Species (5)
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net · typical 4.5–19 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1975 | 1.00 | - | 0.62 lbs |
| Aug 22, 1975 | 5.00 | - | 0.52 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.7–3.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1975 | 0.75 | - | 0.22 lbs |
Northern Pike
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 11.5 per gill net · typical 3–8.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1975 | 11.50 | - | 0.82 lbs |
| Aug 22, 1975 | 1.25 | - | 2.10 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.
Black Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 43.3 per trap net · typical 0.8–24.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1975 | 16.50 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Aug 22, 1975 | 43.25 | - | 0.16 lbs |
White Sucker
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net · typical 2–11.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 1975 | 3.50 | - | 0.75 lbs |
| Aug 22, 1975 | 5.50 | - | 1.49 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 22, 1975(N Pike were very light in color.
(N Pike were very light in color.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Headquarters?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, and Northern Pike in Headquarters. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Headquarters?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Headquarters. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Headquarters?
Headquarters has a maximum depth of 24 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Headquarters last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Headquarters is from 1975. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Headquarters have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Headquarters 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
- 65.92 acres
- Max Depth
- 24 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.44 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed