Yaeger
A 111-acre lake near Waverly in Wright County — best known for panfish. Last surveyed 1976.
Fish Species (6)
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 28.0 per trap net · typical 0.3–2 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1976 | 28.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 28.00 | - | 0.12 lbs |
Typical numbers · average-size fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 15.0 per trap net · typical 6.5–59.6 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1976 | 15.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 15.00 | - | 0.18 lbs |
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 0.33 per trap net
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1976 | 0.33 | - | 4.50 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 0.33 | - | 4.50 lbs |
Other species in this lake (3)
Rough fish, bullheads, and baitfish recorded in DNR surveys — present in the lake, but not typical angling targets.
Above-normal numbers · large fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 12.3 per trap net · typical 0.5–5.4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1976 | 12.33 | - | 1.06 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 12.33 | - | 1.06 lbs |
Above-normal numbers · small fish
Gill-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 46.0 per gill net · typical 0.5–4 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1976 | 137.33 | - | 0.40 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 46.00 | - | 0.21 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 137.33 | - | 0.40 lbs |
Typical numbers · small fish
Trap-net survey · surveyed Aug 1976
Last surveyed 1976 — treat with caution
Catch rate: 10.0 per trap net · typical 1.3–26 for a lake like this
Survey History
| Date | Catch Rate | Avg Length | Avg Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 1976 | 3.00 | - | 0.13 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 10.00 | - | 0.17 lbs |
| Aug 11, 1976 | 3.00 | - | 0.13 lbs |
Fishing Regulations
Statewide limits
Standard statewide Minnesota limits for the species in this lake.
Northern Pike
Season: May 9, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
North-central zone
Angling: 10 (not more than 2 over 26". All from 22-26" must be immediatley released).
Sunfish
20 combined total
More statewide rules (spearing, rough fish)
Northern Pike
Season: Nov 15, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027
North-central zone
Darkhouse spearing: 10 (only 1 between 22-26" and 1 over 26"; or, only 2 over 26").
Bowfin, buffalo, carp, carpsuckers, freshwater drum, goldeneye, redhorse, and suckers
no limit
Bullhead
100
Biologist Notes
August 11, 1976There is a small population of Northern Pike present. There are fair numbers of Bluegill and a comparatively large number of Green Sunfish. There are…
There is a small population of Northern Pike present. There are fair numbers of Bluegill and a comparatively large number of Green Sunfish. There are also large numbers of bullheads and Common Carp.
August 11, 1976There is a small population of Northern Pike present. There are fair numbers of Bluegill and a comparatively large number of Green Sunfish. There are…
There is a small population of Northern Pike present. There are fair numbers of Bluegill and a comparatively large number of Green Sunfish. There are also large numbers of bullheads and Common Carp.
Frequently Asked Questions
What fish can you catch in Yaeger?
Based on Minnesota DNR survey data, anglers target Green Sunfish and Bluegill in Yaeger. See the full species list above for catch rates, size structure, and quality scores.
Is there public access at Yaeger?
We don't have a confirmed public access point on record for Yaeger. Check the DNR LakeFinder page for current access details before you go.
How deep is Yaeger?
Yaeger has a maximum depth of 28 feet and a mean depth of 8 feet, per Minnesota DNR data.
When were the main sport fish in Yaeger last surveyed?
The most recent Minnesota DNR survey data for the main sport fish in Yaeger is from 1976. Surveys this old should be treated with some caution — fish populations change over time.
Does Yaeger have any invasive species?
No invasive species are on record for Yaeger in Minnesota DNR data. Always clean, drain, and dry your equipment to help keep it that way.
Are there special fishing regulations on Yaeger?
No — Yaeger has no lake-specific regulations in the 2026 Minnesota DNR regulations, so statewide Minnesota limits apply. The statewide sunfish limit is: 20 combined total. Verify current rules with the Minnesota DNR before keeping fish.
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Lake Details
- Surface Area
- 110.98 acres
- Max Depth
- 28 ft
- Mean Depth
- 8 ft
- Shoreline
- 2.08 mi
- Public Access
- Not confirmed