Gifford
A 119-acre lake near Carver in Scott County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1981.
Fish Species (11)
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 6.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 6.50 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 0.75 | - | 0.83 lbs |
Typical numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 8.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 8.50 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 0.25 | - | 0.10 lbs |
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 0.25 | - | 0.20 lbs |
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 2.3 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 2.25 | - | 2.28 lbs |
Other species in this lake (5)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 261.8 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 261.75 | - | 0.14 lbs |
Above-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 7.0 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 7.00 | - | 0.32 lbs |
Below-normal numbers
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.75 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 0.75 | - | 0.77 lbs |
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.25 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 0.25 | - | 1.50 lbs |
Trap-net survey · surveyed Jul 1981
Last surveyed 1981 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 3.5 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 1981 | 3.50 | - | 2.68 lbs |
Biologist Notes
July 1, 1981Gifford Lake is a bckwtr lk of the Minn. Rvr Val. It is subject to periodic flooding from the river and due to its shallow nature to regular wntrkls.…
Gifford Lake is a bckwtr lk of the Minn. Rvr Val. It is subject to periodic flooding from the river and due to its shallow nature to regular wntrkls. The past two wntrs have been extremely mild with wntrkls a rarity. This appears to be the case w. Gifford Lake. Carp, YP, YB, BG, BLC and WC ctchs each fall between the first and third quartile of the range for Metro Reg. trapnet catches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Gifford?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Black Crappie, White Crappie, Bluegill, and Hybrid Sunfish in Gifford. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Gifford?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Gifford. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Gifford?
Gifford has a maximum depth of 10.5 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Gifford last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Gifford is from 1981. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Gifford have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Gifford 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
- 118.73 acres
- Max Depth
- 10.5 ft
- Shoreline
- 3.42 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed