Sister
A 125-acre lake near Sawbill Landing in Lake County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1980.
Fish Species (4)
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 12.3 per gill net · typical 3–8.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 1980 | 12.25 | - | 1.65 lbs |
| Sep 2, 1980 | 0.80 | - | 1.72 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 4.5–19 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 1980 | 0.20 | - | 0.10 lbs |
| Sep 2, 1980 | 3.00 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Below-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 1.3–4.8 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 1980 | 0.07 | - | 2.30 lbs |
| Sep 2, 1980 | 0.50 | - | 1.70 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 · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1980
Last surveyed 1980 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 14.5 per gill net · typical 2–11.5 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 1980 | 1.07 | - | 1.65 lbs |
| Sep 2, 1980 | 14.50 | - | 1.85 lbs |
Biologist Notes
September 2, 1980The Northern Pike population is very high while the Walleye population is extremely low.
The Northern Pike population is very high while the Walleye population is extremely low.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Sister?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, and Walleye in Sister. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Sister?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Sister. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Sister?
Sister has a maximum depth of 15 feet and a mean depth of 8 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Sister last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Sister is from 1980. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Sister have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Sister in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 125.11 acres
- Max Depth
- 15 ft
- Mean Depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.91 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed