Larson
A 203-acre lake near Puposky in Beltrami County — best known for pike. Last surveyed 1986.
Fish Species (5)
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 18.5 per gill net · typical 3.6–11 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1986 | 18.50 | - | 1.67 lbs |
| Aug 19, 1986 | 2.00 | - | 2.27 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1979 | 3.50 | - | 0.98 lbs |
Walleye
Stocked 2024Stocking Details
| Year | Size | Number | Pounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | fry | 118,000 | 1.0 |
Black Crappie
Stocked 2024Stocking Details
| Year | Size | Number | Pounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | adults | 116 | 29.0 |
Other species in this lake (2)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1986
Last surveyed 1986 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 29.0 per trap net · typical 0.5–4.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1986 | 29.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
| Aug 19, 1986 | 3.00 | - | 0.23 lbs |
| Jun 22, 1979 | 112.25 | - | 0.70 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.7–3.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1979 | 0.50 | - | 3.00 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).
Crappie
10 combined total
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").
Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers
no limit
Bullhead
100
Biologist Notes
August 19, 1986THE PRESENT POPULATION CONSISTS OF NORTHERN PIKE 6 TIMES THE STATE AVERAGE AND BROWN BULLHEAD,.
THE PRESENT POPULATION CONSISTS OF NORTHERN PIKE 6 TIMES THE STATE AVERAGE AND BROWN BULLHEAD,.
June 22, 1979The White Sucker population is only 25 percent of the area average. The Brown Bullhead population is 37 times higher than the county mean and the Nort…
The White Sucker population is only 25 percent of the area average. The Brown Bullhead population is 37 times higher than the county mean and the Northern Pike population is 5 times higher than the county mean. The Brown Bullheads and Northern Pike have normal growth rates but not enough White Suckers could be captured to make any assumptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Larson?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike in Larson. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Larson?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Larson. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Larson?
Larson has a maximum depth of 49 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Larson last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Larson is from 1986. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Larson have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Larson in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Larson?
No — Larson has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide walleye and sauger limit is: 6 combined, not more than one walleye over 20". Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 202.56 acres
- Max Depth
- 49 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.91 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed