Johnson
A 27-acre lake near Remer in Cass County — best known for panfish and bass. Last surveyed 1973.
Fish Species (9)
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 9.8 per trap net · typical 0.7–4.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 9.75 | - | 0.53 lbs |
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.3–1.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 0.75 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 2.9–41.2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 0.75 | - | 0.83 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.0 per gill net · typical 1.9–19.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 2.25 | - | 0.22 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1973 | 6.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net · typical 0.4–2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 0.75 | - | 6.17 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.0 per gill net · typical 2.7–9.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 8.00 | - | 1.44 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1973 | 2.75 | - | 0.86 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 4.0 per trap net · typical 1.5–7.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 4.00 | - | 0.09 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.
Typical numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–5.9 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 1.50 | - | 0.83 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1973
Last surveyed 1973 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per trap net · typical 1.4–7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 1973 | 1.00 | - | 1.00 lbs |
| Aug 27, 1973 | 0.50 | - | 0.75 lbs |
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).
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
Bullhead
100
Biologist Notes
August 27, 1973The NP, YP and BLC pops. are above the state and local means for num/set and lbs/set. LM Bass pop. is even with the num/set but way above the lbs/set…
The NP, YP and BLC pops. are above the state and local means for num/set and lbs/set. LM Bass pop. is even with the num/set but way above the lbs/set with the largest being 7.5 lbs. The Bluegill and Pumpkinseed pops. are blw the num/set and lbs./set medians. Also, Rock Bass fell in the abv category
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Johnson?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, Rock Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, and Largemouth Bass in Johnson. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Johnson?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Johnson. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Johnson?
Johnson has a maximum depth of 20 feet and a mean depth of 15 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Johnson last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Johnson is from 1973. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Johnson have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Johnson in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Johnson?
No — Johnson has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide crappie limit is: 10 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 26.74 acres
- Max Depth
- 20 ft
- Mean Depth
- 15 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.83 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed