Carr
A 42-acre lake near Bemidji in Beltrami County — best known for panfish and pike. Last surveyed 1987.
Fish Species (13)
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.5 per trap net · typical 1.5–7.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 13.50 | - | 0.41 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 1.50 | - | 0.23 lbs |
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 12.5 per gill net · typical 2.7–9.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 12.50 | - | 4.79 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 2.25 | - | 1.16 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 0.50 | - | 0.23 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per trap net · typical 2.9–41.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1973 | 1.00 | - | 0.60 lbs |
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 0.4–2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.50 | - | 2.20 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.7–4.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.75 | - | 0.33 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 0.25 | - | 0.30 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–3.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 1.50 | - | 1.13 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 1.50 | - | 2.37 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 1.00 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 1.9–19.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 1.25 | - | 0.42 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 2.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 5.00 | - | 0.22 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.25 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 1.75 | - | 0.77 lbs |
Other species in this lake (5)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–2.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 9.00 | - | 1.90 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 0.75 | - | 1.30 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 0.25 | - | 3.00 lbs |
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1973 | 1.00 | - | 1.30 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per trap net · typical 0.5–5.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 3.00 | - | 0.71 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 5.75 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per trap net · typical 1.4–7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 2.00 | - | 0.75 lbs |
| Jul 25, 1973 | 2.00 | - | 0.64 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jun 1987
Last surveyed 1987 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.8 per trap net · typical 0.7–16.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1987 | 1.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1987 | 1.75 | - | 0.40 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Walleye and Sauger
Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
6 combined, not more than one walleye over 20"
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).
Largemouth Bass
Season: Mar 1, 2026 – May 22, 2026
Largemouth bass in the Southern and North-central zones
Catch-and-release only
Largemouth Bass
Season: May 23, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
Largemouth bass in the Southern and North-central zones
6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth (when smallmouth season is open)
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
30
Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers
no limit
Bullhead
100
Biologist Notes
June 22, 1987TULLIBEE, NORTHERN PIKE, WHITE SUCKER, AND PUMP- KINSEED CATCH RATES WERE VERY HIGH WITH SEVERAL NORTHERN PIKE OVER 30'. WALLEYE MEDIAN WERE ABOUT HAL…
TULLIBEE, NORTHERN PIKE, WHITE SUCKER, AND PUMP- KINSEED CATCH RATES WERE VERY HIGH WITH SEVERAL NORTHERN PIKE OVER 30'. WALLEYE MEDIAN WERE ABOUT HALF THE STATE AND LOCAL MEDIANS. THE 3 BULLHEAD SPECIES WERE AT THE STATE AND LOCAL MED- IANS. YELLOW PERCH BLACK CRAPPIE WERE PRESENT IN LOW NUMBERS WHILE BLUEGILL WERE NOT CAPTURED.
July 25, 1973The fish population in Carr Lake is highly influenced by migration from other lakes in the Mississippi-Schoolcraft River chain. Any management of Carr…
The fish population in Carr Lake is highly influenced by migration from other lakes in the Mississippi-Schoolcraft River chain. Any management of Carr Lake should follow the same management program of other lakes in this watershed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Carr?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Pumpkinseed, Northern Pike, Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, and Black Crappie in Carr. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Carr?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Carr. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Carr?
Carr has a maximum depth of 30 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Carr last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Carr is from 1987. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Carr have any invasive species?
Yes — Carr has confirmed zebra mussel. Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to avoid spreading invasives to other waters.
Are there special fishing regulations on Carr?
No — Carr has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide sunfish limit is: 20 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 42.36 acres
- Max Depth
- 30 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.09 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed
Invasive Species Alert
- zebra mussel
Clean, drain, and dry your equipment to prevent spread.