Jackson

Beltrami County

Near Nebish

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Rock BassGood · 60Northern PikeGood · 58Yellow PerchGood · 50

A 128-acre lake near Nebish in Beltrami County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1979.

Fish Species (6)

Rock Bass

Good · 60

Typical numbers · large fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1979

Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.55 lbs

Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–1.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 28, 1979	0.50	-	0.55 lbs	Standard trap nets

Northern Pike

Good · 58

Above-normal numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1979

Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.49 lbs

Catch rate: 17.5 per gill net · typical 4.8–12.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 28, 1979	17.50	-	1.49 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jun 28, 1979	2.25	-	0.75 lbs	Standard trap nets

Yellow Perch

Good · 50

Typical numbers · small fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1979

Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.09 lbs

Catch rate: 13.5 per gill net · typical 2–21.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 28, 1979	3.50	-	0.10 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jun 28, 1979	13.50	-	0.09 lbs	Standard gill nets

Black Crappie

Average · 43

Below-normal numbers · average-size fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1979

Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.38 lbs

Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.8–4.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 28, 1979	0.50	-	0.38 lbs	Standard trap nets

Pumpkinseed

Average · 29

Below-normal numbers · average-size fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1979

Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.12 lbs

Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 2.8–10.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 28, 1979	0.75	-	0.12 lbs	Standard trap nets

Other species in this lake (1)

Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.

Brown Bullhead

Good · 66

Above-normal numbers · small fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1979

Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.22 lbs

Catch rate: 54.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–3.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jun 28, 1979	12.50	-	0.17 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jun 28, 1979	54.50	-	0.22 lbs	Standard trap nets

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Fishing Regulations

Statewide limits

Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.

Northern Pike

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

North-central zone

Angling: 10 (not more than 2 over 26". All from 22-26" must be immediatley released).

Crappie

10 combined total

Sunfish

20 combined total

Perch

20 daily and 40 in possession

More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)

Northern Pike

Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

North-central zone

Darkhouse spearing: 10 (only 1 between 22-26" and 1 over 26"; or, only 2 over 26").

Rock Bass

Bullhead

100

Biologist Notes

June 28, 1979The Brown Bullhead population is 18 times greater than the area lake average but appear to have normal growth rates. The Northern Pike population cons…

The Brown Bullhead population is 18 times greater than the area lake average but appear to have normal growth rates. The Northern Pike population consists mostly of younger aged fish and is 5 times more abundant than most other area lakes. The Yellow Perch abundance is roughly half of the expected catch rate when compared to other lakes in the county. Pumpkinseed, Rock Bass, and Black Crappie were present but in relatively low numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Jackson?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Rock Bass, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, and Pumpkinseed in Jackson. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at Jackson?

We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Jackson. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.

How deep is Jackson?

Jackson has a maximum depth of 37 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Jackson last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Jackson is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does Jackson have any invasive species?

No invasive species are on record for Jackson in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.

Are there special fishing regulations on Jackson?

No — Jackson has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide rock bass limit is: 30. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.