Shadow
A 13-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Cook County. Last surveyed 1979.
Fish Species (2)
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1979
Last surveyed 1979 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1979 | 5.00 | - | 0.10 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: 7.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 1979 | 7.00 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Sunfish
20 combined total
More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)
Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers
no limit
Biologist Notes
August 9, 1979There were only small Suckers and Sunfish taken during this survey.
There were only small Suckers and Sunfish taken during this survey.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Shadow?
Minnesota DNR records list Green Sunfish for Shadow, but none have a fishing-quality score yet — they may be recently stocked or have limited survey data. See the species list above.
Is there public access at Shadow?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Shadow. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Shadow?
Shadow has a maximum depth of 23 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Shadow last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Shadow is from 1979. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Shadow have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Shadow in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Shadow?
No — Shadow has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide sunfish limit is: 20 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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- Surface Area
- 13.25 acres
- Max Depth
- 23 ft
- Shoreline
- 0.58 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed