Dodo

St. Louis County

Near Shaw

DOW: 69052300

Largemouth BassGood · 68Black CrappieGood · 60BluegillGood · 59

A 92-acre lake near Shaw in St. Louis County — best known for bass and panfish. Last surveyed 2000.

Fish Species (7)

Largemouth Bass

Good · 68

Below-normal numbers · large fish

Electrofishing survey · surveyed Jul 2000

Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution

Avg Size

5.6"

Avg Weight

0.93 lbs

Catch rate: 19.6 · Electrofishing survey

Size of catchable largemouth bass73% keeper-size (12"+)

8–11" · 27%Largest sampled 15"

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 2000	6.33	5.6"	-	Survey seining
Jul 10, 2000	19.55	5.6"	0.93 lbs	Standard electrofishing
Jul 10, 2000	0.50	5.6"	2.58 lbs	Standard gill nets

Black Crappie

Good · 60

Typical numbers · average-size fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1990

Last surveyed 1990 — treat with caution

Avg Weight

0.38 lbs

Catch rate: 3.8 per trap net · typical 1.5–4.5 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 2000	0.25	11.0"	0.80 lbs	Standard gill nets
Aug 17, 1990	0.50	-	0.35 lbs	Standard gill nets
Aug 17, 1990	3.75	-	0.38 lbs	Standard trap nets

Bluegill

Good · 59

Above-normal numbers · average-size fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000

Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution

Avg Size

5.9"

Avg Weight

0.22 lbs

Catch rate: 16.8 per trap net · typical 1.8–16.3 for a lake like this

Size of catchable bluegill13% keeper-size (8"+)

3–7" · 87%Largest sampled 9"

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 2000	16.83	5.9"	0.22 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 10, 2000	1.50	5.9"	0.34 lbs	Standard gill nets
Aug 17, 1990	2.50	-	0.25 lbs	Standard trap nets

Northern Pike

Good · 50

Above-normal numbers · small fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000

Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution

Avg Size

18.0"

Avg Weight

1.74 lbs

Catch rate: 12.8 per gill net · typical 1–3 for a lake like this

Size of catchable northern pike6% keeper-size (24"+)

14–23" · 94%Largest sampled 40"

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 2000	12.75	18.0"	1.74 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jul 10, 2000	0.50	18.0"	1.37 lbs	Standard trap nets
Jul 10, 2000	0.33	18.0"	-	Survey seining

Walleye

Average · 47

Typical numbers · average-size fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000

Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution

Avg Size

17.5"

Avg Weight

2.03 lbs

Catch rate: 0.5 per gill net · typical 0.5–4.3 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 2000	0.50	17.5"	2.03 lbs	Standard gill nets
Aug 17, 1990	0.25	-	0.20 lbs	Standard trap nets

Pumpkinseed

Average · 28

Typical numbers · small fish

Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000

Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution

Avg Size

5.1"

Avg Weight

0.38 lbs

Catch rate: 1.5 per trap net · typical 0.5–2.8 for a lake like this

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

3–7" · 100%Largest sampled 7"

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 2000	0.75	5.1"	0.14 lbs	Standard gill nets
Jul 10, 2000	1.50	5.1"	0.38 lbs	Standard trap nets
Aug 17, 1990	0.75	-	0.17 lbs	Standard gill nets

Yellow Perch

Poor · 22

Below-normal numbers · small fish

Gill-net survey · surveyed Jul 2000

Last surveyed 2000 — treat with caution

Avg Size

1.4"

Avg Weight

0.09 lbs

Catch rate: 0.25 per gill net · typical 1–8 for a lake like this

Survey History

Date	Catch Rate	Avg Length	Avg Weight	Gear
Jul 10, 2000	15.00	1.4"	-	Survey seining
Jul 10, 2000	0.25	1.4"	0.09 lbs	Standard gill nets
Aug 17, 1990	0.25	-	0.10 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).

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass

Season: Mar 1, 2026 – May 8, 2026

Largemouth and smallmouth bass in the Northeast zone, north and east of US Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls and Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County.

Catch-and-release only

Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass

Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027

Largemouth and smallmouth bass in the Northeast zone, north and east of US Hwy 53 from Duluth to International Falls and Pelican and Ash lakes in St. Louis County.

6 combined total largemouth or smallmouth

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").

This lake is near a regulation-zone boundary — verify the zone on the DNR map.

Biologist Notes

July 10, 2000Results of the 2000 lake survey indicate that Dodo Lake is currently dominated by small northern pike, bluegills, and largemouth bass. Northern pike c…

Results of the 2000 lake survey indicate that Dodo Lake is currently dominated by small northern pike, bluegills, and largemouth bass. Northern pike catch rates are very high for lakes in this class, and most are of the "hammerhandle" variety. The bluegill population is also at historic highs thanks to two strong year classes in 1995 and 1996. Most of the bluegill sampled tended to be on the smaller side, however, a few larger individuals were present. The largemouth bass population is also dominated by smaller individuals and no fish larger than 16 inches were sampled. With its direct connection to Leora Lake there is probably fish constantly moving between the two basins. Leora Lake has more preferred habitat for northern pike, largemouth bass, and bluegill.

August 17, 1990BLUEGILLS AND PUMPKINSEED POPULATIONS ARE DECLINING WHILE THE NORTHERN PIKE HAS INCREASED. LARGEMOUTH BASS POPULATION APPEARS STABLE AS INDICATED BY S…

BLUEGILLS AND PUMPKINSEED POPULATIONS ARE DECLINING WHILE THE NORTHERN PIKE HAS INCREASED. LARGEMOUTH BASS POPULATION APPEARS STABLE AS INDICATED BY SHORELINE SEINING. NORTHERN PIKE GROWTH IS SLOW FOR THIS AREA ALTHOUGH SOME INDIVIDUALS IN EXCESS OF 30 INCHES WERE TAKEN.

Frequently Asked Questions

What fish can you catch in Dodo?

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

Is there public access at Dodo?

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

How deep is Dodo?

Dodo has a maximum depth of 53 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.

When were the main sport fish in Dodo last surveyed?

The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Dodo is from 2000. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.

Does Dodo have any invasive species?

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

Are there special fishing regulations on Dodo?

No — Dodo has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide crappie limit is: 10 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.