Pierz Lake
Morrison County, Minnesota
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How big is Pierz Lake?
How deep is Pierz Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Pierz Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Blacknose Shiner, Bluntnose Minnow, Creek Chub, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Logperch and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Pierz Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Pierz Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Pierz Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Pierz Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Pierz Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Pierz Lake that you need to know. For complete fishing regulations visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. To report a violation call (800) 652-9093. Need a Minnesota fishing license?
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History & Status of the Fishery
A targeted survey was completed June 8-14 to assess size structure of Bluegill and Black Crappie. Previous spring trap netting occurred in 2005, 2011 and 2014. In 2020, sampling was canceled due to Covid 19 restrictions. General observations suggest Bluegill and crappie size structure may be increasing as proportions of larger fish sampled have trended upward since 2005.
A total of 265 Bluegills were caught, average size was 6.5 inches and maximum length was 8.9 inches. Thirty percent of the catch exceeded 7 inches and seven percent exceeded 8 inches. There were no Bluegill over 9 inches caught. Percentages of fish over 7 and 8 inches in 2014 were similar, however, since 2005 spring trap net samples have trended toward higher percentages of larger fish.
A total of 63 crappies were caught, average length was 9.8 inches and maximum length was 11.9 inches. Sixty-two percent of the sample exceeded 10 inches. This compares to 2014 data in which 22 percent of the sample exceeded 10 inches. Spring trap netting has never sampled any crappies measuring 12 inches or greater. Similar to Bluegills, crappie size structure 2005-2022 is trending upward.
Growth analysis of Bluegills and crappies find that both species grow better in Pierz-Fish Lake compared to recent averages documented from other lakes in the Little Falls Management Area. The presence of larger panfish, particularly Black Crappie coupled with impressive growth characteristics suggest Pierz-Fish Lake has the potential to produce high-quality angling opportunities. Future management planning will consider these data in developing strategies to maintain and/or improve populations toward higher numbers of larger fish.
Other species captured during this survey included Pumpkinseed (5.5-inch average size) and several large, Bigmouth Buffalo which are plankton feeders and native to Minnesota.
What is the average air temp for Pierz Lake?
Are there any state parks near Pierz 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 Pierz Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Pelkey Lake | 4.3 mi | 104 | 7 ft |
| Skunk Lake | 4.6 mi | 371 | |
| Rice Lake | 4.9 mi | 339 | 8 ft |
| Coon Lake | 5.9 mi | 10 | |
| Vinegar Lake | 11.4 mi | 10 | |
| Zebulon Pike Lake | 11.6 mi | 3,052 | |
| Green Prairie Fish Lake | 13.6 mi | 182 | 22 ft |
| Michaels Lake | 14.4 mi | 67 | |
| Christmas Lake | 14.6 mi | 30 | |
| Mud Lake | 14.6 mi | 35 |
