Silver
A 22-acre lake near Lutsen in Cook County — best known for walleye and pike. Last surveyed 1976.
Fish Species (3)
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 13.0 per gill net · typical 2–12 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1976 | 9.25 | - | 1.36 lbs |
| Aug 19, 1976 | 13.00 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.0 per gill net · typical 4–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1976 | 10.00 | - | 1.30 lbs |
| Aug 19, 1976 | 2.00 | - | 1.19 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 2–15 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1976 | 0.25 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Aug 19, 1976 | 3.00 | - | 0.12 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).
Perch
20 daily and 40 in possession
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").
Biologist Notes
August 19, 1976Silver Lake has a good population of Walleyes with a fair size distribution. It also has a good pop. of N Pike and a fair pop. of Perch. There were no…
Silver Lake has a good population of Walleyes with a fair size distribution. It also has a good pop. of N Pike and a fair pop. of Perch. There were no Suckers taken, but the lake is directly cnnctd. to Rice Lake which has a fair Sucker population.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Silver?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Northern Pike, and Yellow Perch in Silver. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Silver?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Silver. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Silver?
Silver has a maximum depth of 6 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Silver last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Silver is from 1976. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Silver have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Silver in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Silver?
No — Silver 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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- Surface Area
- 22.4 acres
- Max Depth
- 6 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.06 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed