Smith
A 244-acre lake near Smith Lake in Wright County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1980.
Fish Species (4)
Green Sunfish
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 18.3 per trap net · typical 0.2–1.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1980 | 18.33 | - | 0.11 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1980 | 22.00 | - | 0.09 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Common Carp
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 99.0 per gill net · typical 1–13.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1980 | 50.67 | - | 0.45 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1980 | 99.00 | - | 0.30 lbs |
White Sucker
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 0.8–6.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1980 | 1.00 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Black Bullhead
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 42.0 per trap net · typical 11.5–132.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1980 | 55.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1980 | 42.00 | - | 0.06 lbs |
Biologist Notes
August 11, 1980Smith lake is a Game Lake (Waterfowl), and winterkills frequently. There is no sport fishery to speak of and extremely high rough fish populations. Th…
Smith lake is a Game Lake (Waterfowl), and winterkills frequently. There is no sport fishery to speak of and extremely high rough fish populations. There is a tremendous loss of waterfowl food due to this heavy rough fish population. Black Bullhead, Common Carp, and Green Sunfish greatly exceed statewide averages in both number per net and in weight.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Smith?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Green Sunfish in Smith. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Smith?
Minnesota DNR records list public access for Smith. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for the launch type and directions before you go.
How deep is Smith?
Smith has a maximum depth of 5 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Smith last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Smith is from 1980. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Smith have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Smith 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
- 243.52 acres
- Max Depth
- 5 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.68 mi
- Public Access
- Yes