Edith
A 10-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Cook County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (3)
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1979 | 7.50 | - | 2.15 lbs |
Below-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1979 | 2.00 | - | 0.15 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.
Above-normal numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.5 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 1979 | 2.50 | - | 2.45 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
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").
Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers
no limit
Biologist Notes
August 13, 1979Edith Lake has a good population of N Pike with a fair range of sizes. There is a small pop. of Perch and mostly large individuals in the Sucker popul…
Edith Lake has a good population of N Pike with a fair range of sizes. There is a small pop. of Perch and mostly large individuals in the Sucker population. Pumpkinseeds are present.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Edith?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike and Yellow Perch in Edith. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Edith?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Edith. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Edith?
Edith has a maximum depth of 44 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Edith last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Edith is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Edith have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Edith in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Edith?
No — Edith has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide perch limit is: 20 daily and 40 in possession. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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View allLake Details
- Surface Area
- 10.24 acres
- Max Depth
- 44 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.61 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed