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Frequently Asked Questions About Little John Lake, MN
- How big is Little John Lake?
- How deep is Little John Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Little John Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Little John Lake area?
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How big is Little John Lake?
How deep is Little John Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Little John Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Little John Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Little John Lake?
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What aquatic invasive species are found in Little John Lake?
Join us in the fight to prevent the spread of invasive species These sneaky creatures can hitch a ride on boats, clinging onto propellers, anchor lines, and trailers. They can even survive in hidden places like bilge water and ballast tanks, or disguise themselves in dirt and sand that sticks to nets, buckets, anchors, and waders. But don't worry, we have the power to stop them in their tracks with just a few simple steps. So let's do our part and protect our waters from these unwanted invaders.
History & Status of the Fishery
This was the first of two assessments included in the 2008 lake management plan to determine whether long range goals for northern pike and yellow perch in this lake continued to be met.
The northern pike gill net catch in 2011 met the long range goal for the species (a minimum of 2.8 fish/set), and was similar to past catches in this lake. The mean weight for northern pike taken in gill nets was the highest seen to date in this lake, and exceeded the normal range for the lake class. Although three-year-old fish accounted for 72% of the total catch, fish as old as six years were present. Northern pike growth had been somewhat faster than average (for this area); fish reached an average length of 18.7 inches at the end of their third year.
The yellow perch gill net catch was short of the long range goal (a minimum of 6.3 fish/set), although the size goal (some fish over eight inches) was met. The 2011 gill net catch was similar to the catch observed in 2006, and fell within the normal range for a lake of this class. No yellow perch were aged, but from the length frequency distribution it was apparent that at least three year classes contributed to the 2011 catch. Good northern pike growth indicated yellow perch were abundant enough to provide adequate forage.
Smallmouth bass were present in Little John Lake in 2011, as has been the case in most past assessments. Their abundance cannot be reliably judged from gill net catch data, and particularly when the number of net sets is low (three, in this case). From the lengths of fish taken, it appeared that Little John Lake supported a fairly high-quality population in 2011. Smallmouth bass growth was apparently somewhat faster than average; fish reached an average length of 13.0 inches at the end of their fifth year.
No walleye were taken in 2011, but the species was probably still present, since walleye have been abundant in lakes connected to Little John Lake (McFarland and John Lakes). Walleye gill net catches in this lake have been low (1.0 fish/set or less) since 1991.
Little John Lake is infested with spiny waterflea, an exotic invertebrate. Anglers leaving the lake should take extra care to drain all live wells, bait buckets, and bilges, and thoroughly dry their boat and all ropes, lines, and other equipment before using them in another lake.
Are there any state parks near Little John Lake?
For more Minnesota State Park information see our State Park Guide.
More Nearby Lakes To Explore
There's more lake's to explore around Little John Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| John Lake | 0.8 mi | 191 | 20 ft |
| McFarland Lake | 1.2 mi | 386 | 49 ft |
| North Fowl Lake | 2.0 mi | 1,040 | 10 ft |
| South Fowl Lake | 3.1 mi | 1,586 | 10 ft |
| Loft Lake | 3.3 mi | 14 | 48 ft |
| East Pike Lake | 3.3 mi | 554 | 40 ft |
| Moose Lake | 3.4 mi | 1,026 | 113 ft |
| Stump Lake | 3.7 mi | 254 | 54 ft |
| Fault Lake | 3.8 mi | 59 | 10 ft |
| Long Lake | 4.3 mi | 148 | 24 ft |
