Ninemile

Lake County

Near Schroeder

DOW: 38003300

WalleyeGood · 73Yellow PerchGood · 63Black CrappieGood · 60

A 297-acre lake near Schroeder in Lake County — best known for walleye and panfish. Last surveyed 2019.

Fish Species (9)

Walleye

Stocked 2023

Good · 73

Typical numbers · large fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2019

Avg Size

14.7"

Avg Weight

1.66 lbs

Catch rate: 8.5 per gill net · typical 3.2–13.7 for a lake like this

Size of catchable walleye78% keeper-size (15"+)

10–14" · 22%Largest sampled 24"

Stocked with fry irregularly · 488,000 fish total

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2019	0.83	14.7"	0.34 lbs	1/4-in trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	0.17	14.7"	1.21 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	8.50	14.7"	1.66 lbs	Standard gill nets

Stocking Details

Year	Size	Number	Pounds	Agency
2023	fry	144,000	1.3	-
2019	fry	200,000	2.0	-
2018	fry	144,000	1.6	-

Yellow Perch

Good · 63

Above-normal numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2019

Avg Size

5.8"

Avg Weight

0.17 lbs

Catch rate: 19.5 per gill net · typical 4.7–15.8 for a lake like this

Size of catchable yellow perch11% keeper-size (9"+)

5–8" · 89%Largest sampled 11"

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2019	1.17	5.8"	0.11 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	19.50	5.8"	0.17 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jul 22, 2019	7.83	5.8"	-	1/4-in trap nets

Black Crappie

Good · 60

Typical numbers · large fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1991

Last surveyed 1991 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.80 lbs

Catch rate: 0.3 per trap net · typical 0.3–4.6 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 1991	0.30	-	0.80 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 1, 1985	0.30	-	0.73 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 28, 1982	0.10	-	0.20 lbs	Standard trap nets

Northern Pike

Good · 57

Above-normal numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2019

Avg Size

17.5"

Avg Weight

1.75 lbs

Catch rate: 9.5 per gill net · typical 2–6 for a lake like this

Size of catchable northern pike11% keeper-size (24"+)

14–23" · 89%Largest sampled 29"

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2019	9.50	17.5"	1.75 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jul 22, 2019	0.83	17.5"	-	1/4-in trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	1.33	17.5"	1.50 lbs	Standard trap nets

Bluegill

Poor · 19

Below-normal numbers · small fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2013

Last surveyed 2013 — treat with caution

Avg Size

2.0"

Avg Weight

0.07 lbs

Catch rate: 0.17 per trap net · typical 0.9–8.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2019	0.83	2.2"	0.01 lbs	1/4-in trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	0.17	2.2"	0.04 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jul 22, 2013	0.17	2.0"	-	1/4-in trap nets

Pumpkinseed

Poor · 9

Below-normal numbers · small fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2019

Avg Size

3.0"

Avg Weight

0.03 lbs

Catch rate: 0.17 per trap net · typical 0.4–3.6 for a lake like this

Size of catchable pumpkinseed0% keeper-size (8"+)

3–7" · 100%Largest sampled 3"

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2019	0.83	3.0"	-	1/4-in trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	0.17	3.0"	0.03 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	0.83	3.0"	0.03 lbs	Standard gill nets

Other species in this lake (3)

Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.

White Sucker

Good · 74

Above-normal numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2019

Avg Size

14.7"

Avg Weight

1.69 lbs

Catch rate: 18.8 per gill net · typical 3–11 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2019	0.17	14.7"	-	1/4-in trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	0.33	14.7"	2.74 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 22, 2019	18.83	14.7"	1.69 lbs	Standard gill nets

Bluntnose Minnow

Insufficient

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2019

Catch rate: 45.0 per trap net

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2019	45.00	-	-	1/4-in trap nets
Jul 19, 2004	3.00	-	-	1/4-in trap nets

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 22, 2013	0.17	-	-	1/4-in trap nets

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).

Crappie

10 combined total

Sunfish

20 combined total

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 7, 2019A survey was completed in August 2019 to monitor the zooplankton community in Ninemile Lake. Samples were analyzed to provide baseline information on…

A survey was completed in August 2019 to monitor the zooplankton community in Ninemile Lake. Samples were analyzed to provide baseline information on the zooplankton community composition and abundance and to determine if any aquatic invasive species have become established in the lake. Ninemile Lake was selected for annual zooplankton sampling in 2015 because it is considered to be at moderate risk of infestation compared to other area lakes. Sampling in 2019 consisted of three vertical plankton tows made with a 50 centimeter diameter net with 80 micron mesh from a depth of 27 feet. Zooplankton community composition was similar to previous surveys completed on the lake. No aquatic invasive species have been sampled since monitoring began.

August 7, 2019A survey was completed in August 2019 to monitor the zooplankton community in Ninemile Lake. Samples were analyzed to provide baseline information on…

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Ninemile?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Walleye, Yellow Perch, Black Crappie, Northern Pike, and Bluegill in Ninemile. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at Ninemile?

Minnesota DNR records list public access for Ninemile. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for the launch type and directions before you go.

How deep is Ninemile?

Ninemile has a maximum depth of 40 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Ninemile last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Ninemile is from 2019.

Does Ninemile have any invasive species?

No invasive species are on record for Ninemile in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.

Are there special fishing regulations on Ninemile?

No — Ninemile 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.