Little Elbow
A 5-acre lake near Iron Junction in St. Louis County — best known for trout. Last surveyed 2005.
Fish Species (2)
Rainbow Trout
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed May 2005
Last surveyed 2005 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2005 | 1.50 | 14.0" | 1.29 lbs |
| May 30, 2000 | 2.00 | 8.8" | 0.35 lbs |
| Jun 5, 1995 | 4.00 | 11.4" | 0.97 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 · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed May 1988
Last surveyed 1988 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1–8.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 23, 1988 | 1.00 | - | 2.00 lbs |
Biologist Notes
June 20, 2019Little Elbow Lake is located approximately 3 miles SW of Eveleth within the Superior National Forest. Little Elbow is currently listed as a designated…
Little Elbow Lake is located approximately 3 miles SW of Eveleth within the Superior National Forest. Little Elbow is currently listed as a designated stream trout lake. Stocking of rainbow trout ended in 2010 after a statewide review of the stream trout for lakes program. There is a short portage from nearby Elbow Lake for public access. There are also user developed ATV trails in the area that access the lake. No campsites are present. Two gill nets were set on 6/20/19 and caught no fish. White sucker were present in past surveys. Good numbers of minnows were observed near shore.
June 20, 2019Little Elbow Lake is located approximately 3 miles SW of Eveleth within the Superior National Forest. Little Elbow is currently listed as a designated…
Little Elbow Lake is located approximately 3 miles SW of Eveleth within the Superior National Forest. Little Elbow is currently listed as a designated stream trout lake. Stocking of rainbow trout ended in 2010 after a statewide review of the stream trout for lakes program. There is a short portage from nearby Elbow Lake for public access. There are also user developed ATV trails in the area that access the lake. No campsites are present. Two gill nets were set on 6/20/19 and caught no fish. White sucker were present in past surveys. Good numbers of minnows were observed near shore.
June 20, 2019Little Elbow Lake is located approximately 3 miles SW of Eveleth within the Superior National Forest. Little Elbow is currently listed as a designated…
Little Elbow Lake is located approximately 3 miles SW of Eveleth within the Superior National Forest. Little Elbow is currently listed as a designated stream trout lake. Stocking of rainbow trout ended in 2010 after a statewide review of the stream trout for lakes program. There is a short portage from nearby Elbow Lake for public access. There are also user developed ATV trails in the area that access the lake. No campsites are present. Two gill nets were set on 6/20/19 and caught no fish. White sucker were present in past surveys. Good numbers of minnows were observed near shore.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Little Elbow?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Rainbow Trout in Little Elbow. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Little Elbow?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Little Elbow. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Little Elbow?
Little Elbow has a maximum depth of 35 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Little Elbow last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Little Elbow is from 2005. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Little Elbow have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Little Elbow 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
- 5.34 acres
- Max Depth
- 35 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.39 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed