Little Eagle
A 36-acre lake near Silver Creek (Wright) in Wright County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1985.
Fish Species (8)
Hybrid Sunfish
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 3.00 | - | 0.24 lbs |
Bluegill
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 39.3 per trap net · typical 6.5–59.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 39.33 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1985 | 7.50 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Pumpkinseed
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.3 per trap net · typical 0.8–5.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 3.33 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Northern Pike
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net · typical 2.5–7.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 3.50 | - | 2.69 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1985 | 1.00 | - | 0.87 lbs |
Black Crappie
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.3 per trap net · typical 1.8–18.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 0.50 | - | 0.30 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1985 | 1.33 | - | 0.33 lbs |
Largemouth Bass
Average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.3 per trap net · typical 0.3–0.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 2.33 | - | 0.86 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.
Brown Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.3 per trap net · typical 0.5–5.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 0.50 | - | 1.40 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1985 | 7.33 | - | 1.13 lbs |
Yellow Bullhead
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1985
Last surveyed 1985 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.3 per trap net · typical 0.8–5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 1985 | 7.50 | - | 0.71 lbs |
| Aug 26, 1985 | 9.33 | - | 0.75 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 26, 1985Northern Pike numbers (3.5/gill net) were below the local average, but four age classes were caught and growth appeared good. Largemouth Bass numbers…
Northern Pike numbers (3.5/gill net) were below the local average, but four age classes were caught and growth appeared good. Largemouth Bass numbers are high at 2.3/trap net. Growth was good. Bluegill abundance (39.3/trap net) is twice the local average. Ages 2-8 were present; growth was slow but fish up to 8 inches were caught. Hybrid Sunfish numbers are about average for this area. Black Crappie numbers are low, growth appears average, but only two age classes were caught. Brown and Yellow Bullheads are present in above average numbers. Browns to 14 inches were caught. Bowfin were caught in average numbers. Yellow Perch are present but were not caught in nets. Overall, the fish population was similar to adjacent Eagle Lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Little Eagle?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Hybrid Sunfish, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Northern Pike, and Black Crappie in Little Eagle. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Little Eagle?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Little Eagle. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Little Eagle?
Little Eagle has a maximum depth of 35 feet and a mean depth of 13.9 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Little Eagle last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Little Eagle is from 1985. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Little Eagle have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Little Eagle 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
- 36.08 acres
- Max Depth
- 35 ft
- Mean Depth
- 13.9 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.02 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed