Trader
A 54-acre lake near Prairie Portage in Lake County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1972.
Fish Species (3)
Above-normal numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 64.3 per gill net · typical 3.3–18.3 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1972 | 64.33 | - | 0.17 lbs |
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.67 per gill net · typical 0.7 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1972 | 0.67 | - | 0.05 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.
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Jun 1972
Last surveyed 1972 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 17.7 per gill net · typical 5.3–22.1 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1972 | 17.67 | - | 1.32 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Sunfish
20 combined total
Perch
20 daily and 40 in possession
More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)
Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers
no limit
Biologist Notes
June 29, 1972(exhausted. No beavers will be able to inhabit (the lake for years to come. Yellow perch and white sucker populations are extremely high.
(exhausted. No beavers will be able to inhabit (the lake for years to come. Yellow perch and white sucker populations are extremely high.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Trader?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Yellow Perch in Trader. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Trader?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Trader. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Trader?
Trader has a maximum depth of 10 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Trader last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Trader is from 1972. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Trader have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Trader in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Trader?
No — Trader 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.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 53.65 acres
- Max Depth
- 10 ft
- Shoreline
- 1.85 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed