Moosecamp

Lake County

Near Winton

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Northern PikeGood · 50WalleyeAverage · 45Rock BassAverage · 40

A 171-acre lake near Winton in Lake County — best known for pike and walleye. Last surveyed 1974.

Fish Species (5)

Northern Pike

Good · 50

Typical numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974

Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.53 lbs

Catch rate: 4.0 per gill net · typical 2–6.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Sep 8, 1974	4.00	-	1.53 lbs	Standard gill nets

Walleye

Average · 45

Typical numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974

Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

1.07 lbs

Catch rate: 3.5 per gill net · typical 3–9.8 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Sep 8, 1974	3.50	-	1.07 lbs	Standard gill nets

Rock Bass

Average · 40

Average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974

Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.20 lbs

Catch rate: 1.3 per gill net · typical 0.3–2 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Sep 8, 1974	1.25	-	0.20 lbs	Standard gill nets

Bluegill

Insufficient

Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974

Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.72 lbs

Catch rate: 2.3 per gill net

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Sep 8, 1974	2.25	-	0.72 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

Average · 49

Below-normal numbers · large fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Sep 1974

Last surveyed 1974 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

2.33 lbs

Catch rate: 3.0 per gill net · typical 3.6–14.1 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Sep 8, 1974	3.00	-	2.33 lbs	Standard gill nets

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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).

Sunfish

20 combined total

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").

Rock Bass

Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers

no limit

Biologist Notes

September 8, 1974Walleyes, rock bass, northern pike and suckers are present in about average numbers. Bluegills are present in good numbers and size for lakes in this…

Walleyes, rock bass, northern pike and suckers are present in about average numbers. Bluegills are present in good numbers and size for lakes in this area. Cisco are present in below average numbers, but large size.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Moosecamp?

Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Northern Pike, Walleye, and Rock Bass in Moosecamp. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.

Is there public access at Moosecamp?

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

How deep is Moosecamp?

Moosecamp has a maximum depth of 16 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Moosecamp last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Moosecamp is from 1974. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does Moosecamp have any invasive species?

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

Are there special fishing regulations on Moosecamp?

No — Moosecamp 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.