Thirteen
A 80-acre lake near Idington in St. Louis County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (6)
Northern Pike
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.7 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 4.20 lbs |
| Aug 31, 1987 | 7.67 | - | 3.24 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1987 | 1.33 | - | 0.15 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Aug 31, 1987 | 0.33 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Bluegill
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1987 | 1.25 | - | 0.44 lbs |
| Aug 31, 1987 | 1.67 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Smallmouth Bass
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1987 | 0.33 | - | 1.80 lbs |
| Aug 31, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 1.00 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
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 3.00 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 31, 1987NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE HIGH AT 7.7/GILLNET. LOW NUMBERS OF BLUEGILL AND PUMPKINSEED.
NORTHERN PIKE NUMBERS ARE HIGH AT 7.7/GILLNET. LOW NUMBERS OF BLUEGILL AND PUMPKINSEED.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Thirteen?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, and Bluegill in Thirteen. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Thirteen?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Thirteen. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Thirteen?
Thirteen has a maximum depth of 17 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Thirteen last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Thirteen is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Thirteen have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Thirteen 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
- 80 acres
- Max Depth
- 17 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.36 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed