Carpenter
A 39-acre lake near Suomi in Itasca County. Last surveyed 1989.
Fish Species (1)
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1989
Last surveyed 1989 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 5.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 26, 1989 | 5.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
| Jul 26, 1989 | 15.67 | - | 0.50 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Largemouth Bass
Season: Mar 1, 2026 – May 22, 2026
Largemouth bass in the Southern and North-central zones
Catch-and-release only
Largemouth Bass
Season: May 23, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
Largemouth bass in the Southern and North-central zones
6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth (when smallmouth season is open)
Biologist Notes
July 26, 1989THE FISH POPULATION CONSISTS ENTIRELY OF LARGE- MOUTH BASS, WHICH WERE SAMPLED IN ABOVE AVERAGE NUMBERS. NO OTHER FISH SPECIES WERE SAMPLED. GROWTH OF…
THE FISH POPULATION CONSISTS ENTIRELY OF LARGE- MOUTH BASS, WHICH WERE SAMPLED IN ABOVE AVERAGE NUMBERS. NO OTHER FISH SPECIES WERE SAMPLED. GROWTH OF LARGEMOUTH BASS IS FAIR TO AGE III AND THEN BECOMES SLOW.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Carpenter?
Minnesota DNR records list Largemouth Bass for Carpenter, 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 Carpenter?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Carpenter. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Carpenter?
Carpenter has a maximum depth of 52 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Carpenter last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Carpenter is from 1989. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Carpenter have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Carpenter in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Carpenter?
No — Carpenter 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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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 38.55 acres
- Max Depth
- 52 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.54 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed