Night Hawk
A 20-acre lake near Maple Hill in Cook County — best known for walleye and pike. Last surveyed 1975.
Fish Species (3)
Below-normal numbers · large fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 1.0 per gill net · typical 2–12 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1975 | 1.00 | - | 2.00 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net · typical 4–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1975 | 2.00 | - | 0.75 lbs |
Other species in this lake (1)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1975
Last surveyed 1975 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.0 per gill net · typical 3–23 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 1975 | 13.00 | - | 1.65 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
Northeast zone
Angling: 2 (not more than 1 over 40" in possession. All from 30-40" must be immediatley released).
More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)
Northern Pike
Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
Northeast zone
Darkhouse spearing: 2 (Not more than 1 over 26").
Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers
no limit
Biologist Notes
July 8, 1975Nighthawk Lake has a good Sucker population but appears to be low in Walleyes and N Pike.
Nighthawk Lake has a good Sucker population but appears to be low in Walleyes and N Pike.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Night Hawk?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye and Northern Pike in Night Hawk. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Night Hawk?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Night Hawk. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Night Hawk?
Night Hawk has a maximum depth of 11 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Night Hawk last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Night Hawk is from 1975. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Night Hawk have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Night Hawk in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Night Hawk?
No — Night Hawk 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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View allLake Details
- Surface Area
- 19.88 acres
- Max Depth
- 11 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.89 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed