Pike lakes (best bets for a trophy)

[buzzsaw]

I thought people might want to see this info, it's from the MN DNR site.

Best Bets to Catch Big Pike

Some lakes still produce trophy pike. Here are a half dozen of Minnesota's best, according to DNR research biologist Rod Pierce.

Mille Lacs, 132,516 acres, 42-foot maximum depth, 24-inch to 36-inch protected slot (pike in this range must be released immediately). In 2000, 42 percent of pike sampled were longer than 29 inches. Call 218-927-3751.

Lake of the Woods, 950,400 acres, 38-foot maximum depth, 30-inch to 40-inch protected slot. In 2001, 39 percent of pike sampled were longer than 29 inches. Call 218-634-2522.

Upper Red Lake, 107,832 acres, 18-foot maximum depth. No special regulations for pike because most of the lake is subject to tribal fisheries. In 2001, 25 percent of pike sampled were longer than 29 inches. Call 218-755-2974.

Vermilion, 40,557 acres, 76-foot maximum depth, 24-inch to 36-inch protected slot. In 2001, 12 percent of pike sampled were longer than 29 inches. Call 218-753-2580.

Basswood, 22,722 acres, 111-foot maximum depth, 24-inch to 36-inch protected slot. In 1996, 7 percent of pike sampled were longer than 29 inches. Call 218-753-2580.

Leech, 111,527 acres, 150-foot maximum depth, still being considered for special pike regulations. In 2001, 2 percent of pike sampled were longer than 29 inches. Call 218-547-1683.

[Random guy]

Buzz, Thanks for the good info and taking the time to post it.

[buzzsaw]

No problem Jon! My pleasure.