Nawakwa

Lake County

Near Prairie Portage

DOW: 38020500

Northern PikeExcellent · 80Yellow PerchGood · 64

A 93-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County — best known for pike and panfish. Last surveyed 1981.

Fish Species (3)

Northern Pike

Excellent · 80

Above-normal numbers · large fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981

Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

2.00 lbs

Catch rate: 12.7 per gill net · typical 2.8–8.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 1981	12.67	-	2.00 lbs	Standard gill nets

Yellow Perch

Good · 64

Typical numbers · large fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981

Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.28 lbs

Catch rate: 9.0 per gill net · typical 2–16 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 1981	9.00	-	0.28 lbs	Standard gill nets

Other species in this lake (1)

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

White Sucker

Good · 71

Typical numbers · large fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981

Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

2.85 lbs

Catch rate: 11.0 per gill net · typical 4–14.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 1981	11.00	-	2.85 lbs	Standard gill nets

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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).

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

July 10, 1981period) no one was observed on the lake. No stocking has been done. Composed of above average populations of suckers, yellow perch, and northern pike.

period) no one was observed on the lake. No stocking has been done. Composed of above average populations of suckers, yellow perch, and northern pike.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Nawakwa?

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

Is there public access at Nawakwa?

We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Nawakwa. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.

How deep is Nawakwa?

Nawakwa has a maximum depth of 9 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Nawakwa last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Nawakwa is from 1981. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does Nawakwa have any invasive species?

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

Are there special fishing regulations on Nawakwa?

No — Nawakwa has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide perch limit is: 20 daily and 40 in possession. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.