Little Sauk Lake
Todd County, Minnesota
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We want to see what you've caught on Little Sauk Lake.Frequently Asked Questions About Little Sauk Lake, MN
- How big is Little Sauk Lake?
- How deep is Little Sauk Lake?
- What kind of fish can you catch in Little Sauk Lake?
- What are the closest cities to Little Sauk Lake?
- Are there places to stay in the Little Sauk Lake area?
- Are there boat launches on Little Sauk Lake?
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- What are the fishing regulations for Little Sauk Lake?
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- Are there any state parks near Little Sauk Lake?
How big is Little Sauk Lake?
How deep is Little Sauk Lake?
What kind of fish can you catch in Little Sauk Lake?
Other fish species in the lake include Common Shiner, Emerald Shiner, Golden Shiner, Green Sunfish, Hybrid Sunfish, Johnny Darter, Lake Whitefish, Tadpole Madtom and White Sucker.
What are the closest cities to Little Sauk Lake?
Are there places to stay in the Little Sauk Lake area?
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Are there boat launches on Little Sauk Lake?
Are there places to eat and drink near Little Sauk Lake?
What are the fishing regulations for Little Sauk Lake?
There are specific fishing regulations Little Sauk 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?
What aquatic invasive species are found in Little Sauk 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
A standard survey using gill nets to assess the population status of Walleye, Northern Pike and Yellow Perch was completed in August 2022. Other fish captured although not targeted were Black Crappie and Bluegill; these species are the primary species managed in Little Sauk Lake and their status is better evaluated using targeted spring trap netting.
A total of 33 Walleyes were captured, average size was about 20 inches and maximum length was 26 inches. Nearly 70 percent of the sample measured between 17 and 21 inches. Walleyes in Little Sauk Lake are either from natural reproduction or from stocking in another upstream or downstream waterbody connected by the Sauk River. We do not stock Walleyes in Little Sauk Lake. The management goal for Walleye is to maintain gill net catch rates between 1 and 5 per net. The catch rate in 2022 was 6.6 fish/gill net. Walleyes grow quite fast in Little Sauk Lake, reaching 19 inches in just four years.
A total of 25 Northern Pike were captured, average size was 23 inches and maximum length was 28.8 inches. Pike relative abundance is about what we'd expect to see in a lake like Little Sauk. Pike are not overly abundant at this time which is good news since high abundance can cause problems in the fish community.
Yellow Perch are plentiful in Little Sauk Lake. While they typically aren't large enough for anglers, the lake does support healthy numbers in the 5-8 inch range. Perch are an important prey fish for Walleyes and Northern Pike. Lake productivity and relative low pike abundance may explain the healthy perch population, similar to nearby Big Sauk and Maple Lakes.
As stated, large numbers of Bluegill and Black Crappie aren't typically captured during gill net surveys however, crappies have been consistently seen in gill nets on Little Sauk and 2022 was no exception. A total of 120 were captured, average size was 7.6 inches and maximum length was 11.9 inches. The percentage of crappies measuring 10 inches or greater is at the high point of a trend that's been increasing since 1997.
What is the average air temp for Little Sauk Lake?
Are there any state parks near Little Sauk 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 Sauk Lake...| DISTANCE | ACRES | MAX DEPTH | |
| Twin Island Lake | 1.2 mi | 27 | |
| Juergens Lake | 2.4 mi | 117 | 22 ft |
| Cedar Lake | 2.8 mi | 139 | 28 ft |
| Guernsey Lake | 2.9 mi | 121 | 19 ft |
| Long Lake | 3.0 mi | 104 | 35 ft |
| William Lake | 3.3 mi | 86 | |
| Maple Lake | 3.7 mi | 388 | 23 ft |
| Mud Lake | 3.7 mi | 44 | |
| Lily Lake | 3.7 mi | 62 | 38 ft |
| Randall Lake | 4.3 mi | 15 |
