Prayer
A 42-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Cook County — best known for pike. Last surveyed 1978.
Fish Species (2)
Typical numbers
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1978 | 10.00 | - | 1.42 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 1978
Last surveyed 1978 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.0 per gill net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 1978 | 2.00 | - | 3.00 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).
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 28, 1978There is a fair population of small N Pike with some Suckers for forage.
There is a fair population of small N Pike with some Suckers for forage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Prayer?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike in Prayer. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Prayer?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Prayer. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Prayer?
Prayer has a maximum depth of 19 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Prayer last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Prayer is from 1978. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Prayer have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Prayer in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Prayer?
No — Prayer has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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View allLake Details
- Surface Area
- 42.29 acres
- Max Depth
- 19 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.87 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed