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Frequently Asked Questions About Krans Lake, MN
- How big is Krans Lake?
- How deep is Krans Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Krans Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Krans Lake area?
- Are there places to eat and drink near Krans Lake?
- What is the average air temp for Krans Lake?
- Are there any state parks near Krans Lake?
How big is Krans Lake?
How deep is Krans Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Krans Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Blacknose Shiner, Brassy Minnow, Brook Stickleback, Central Mudminnow, Emerald Shiner, Fathead Minnow, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Northern Redbelly Dace and White Sucker.
Are there places to stay in the Krans Lake area?
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History & Status of the Fishery
Krans Lake, located in Chisago and Isanti Counties, has a surface area of 42 acres and has been assigned to lake class 30. The lake is managed primarily for northern pike with bluegill sunfish, black crappie and largemouth bass as the secondary species. Low winter oxygen levels and winterkill cause great variaton in game fish abundance. During the week of June17, 2008, a lake survey was conducted on Krans Lake to determine the present status of the fish population.
Northern pike, not present in 1998 catch, were more abundant and of a larger size than commonly found in lakes of Krans' class. Northerns ranged from 19.6 to 29.3 inches and averaged 3.5 pounds. Historical net catches sampled northern pike in low to moderate numbers.
Bluegill sunfish abundance (89.3/net), also exceeded the normal range for the lake class and the 1998 catch rate. Bluegill ranged from 4 to 8.8 inches with a 5.3 inch average.
Yellow perch numbers, well above normal in 1998, fell dramatically in the 2008 survey. The burgeoning northern pike population has likely impacted the perch abundance, especially given Krans' small size. The eight perch captured ranged from 5.4 to 10 inches in length.
Although not present in the 1998 survey, in 2008 black crappie numbers were comparable to those in similar lakes. Crappies averaged 5.6 inches with no individuals exceeding 6.1 inches.
Based on the current game fish abundance and composition, Krans Lake appears to have dodged winter oxygen problems long enough for the game fish population to evolve. Quality sized northern pike are now present. The bluegill abundance has increased but size has suffered only a little. Black crappie were present for the first time since the 1976 netting.
What is the average air temp for Krans Lake?
Are there any state parks near Krans 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 Krans Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Long Lake | 3.1 mi | 133 | 14 ft |
| Goose Lake | 3.2 mi | 719 | 55 ft |
| Mandall Lake | 3.4 mi | 47 | 26 ft |
| Rabour Lake | 3.8 mi | 53 | 43 ft |
| Skogman Lake | 4.0 mi | 223 | 36 ft |
| Little Stanchfield Lake | 4.4 mi | 146 | 12 ft |
| Little Horseshoe Lake | 4.6 mi | 49 | 43 ft |
| Neander Lake | 4.7 mi | 57 | 17 ft |
| West Rush Lake | 4.9 mi | 1,579 | 42 ft |
| Horseshoe Lake | 5.1 mi | 224 | 53 ft |
