Cross Lake
Polk County, Minnesota
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Fishing looks to be moderately active with peak fishing times around 7-8 AM and 3-5 PM. SEE MORE
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Other fish species in the lake include Fathead Minnow, Green Sunfish and White Sucker.
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History & Status of the Fishery
Cross Lake is a lightly developed, 320-acre, class-35, lake located in southeastern Polk County with a history of winterkill. The most recent severe winterkill occurred in 1991, when virtually all fish species except bullhead were extirpated from the lake. However, a moderate winterkill also occurred in the winter of 2017-2018. A standard fisheries survey was completed in June 2022 to evaluate the status of the fish populations in Cross Lake.
Survey results show that Cross Lake is still in recovery following the most recent partial winterkill. Anglers will likely encounter Northern Pike, Black Crappie, and bullheads, with a smaller chance of catching Walleye and Bluegill.
The size of Northern Pike was respectable, with fish averaging almost 27 inches long and individuals over 40 inches also observed. Black Crappie had an average size of almost 11 inches long. Bluegill were primarily five inches long, but some fish up to nine inches were also measured. Walleye abundance was low, with fish averaging 17 inches long. Bullheads were the most abundant fish caught in nets, with their average size being around seven inches. Yellow Perch were present in low numbers with an average size of six inches. Common Carp and White Sucker were also collected in numbers similar to past surveys.
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More Nearby Lakes To Explore
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| Unnamed Lake | 0.6 mi | 72 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 0.9 mi | 25 | |
| Perch Lake | 0.9 mi | 143 | |
| Two Connections Lake | 1.5 mi | 94 | |
| Sawmill Lake | 1.8 mi | 114 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.1 mi | 40 | 84 ft |
| Mule John Lake | 2.1 mi | 39 | 84 ft |
| Turtle Lake | 2.2 mi | 525 | 12 ft |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.4 mi | 20 | |
| Unnamed Lake | 2.7 mi | 15 |
