Burns Pit
A 12-acre lake near Genoa (St. Louis) in St. Louis County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1985.
Fish Species (5)
Northern Pike
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1–3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1985 | 0.50 | - | 12.00 lbs |
Yellow Perch
Typical numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 1–8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1985 | 1.50 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net · typical 0.3–0.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1985 | 3.50 | - | 0.11 lbs |
Bluegill
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1985 | 2.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
Hybrid Sunfish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 22, 1985 | 5.50 | - | 0.18 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 22, 1985Centrarchid populations are present in above average numbers, but small size. Northern cisco are yellow perch are present in average or below average…
Centrarchid populations are present in above average numbers, but small size. Northern cisco are yellow perch are present in average or below average numeers and small size. One 36 walleyes taken, although they were present in 1978.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Burns Pit?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Largemouth Bass in Burns Pit. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Burns Pit?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Burns Pit. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Burns Pit?
Burns Pit has a maximum depth of 95 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Burns Pit last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Burns Pit is from 1985. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Burns Pit have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Burns Pit 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
- 12.41 acres
- Max Depth
- 95 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.6 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed