Pyramid State Park - Lost Lake

Bluegill

Average

Bluegill were collected at a rate of 158/hour during the 2025 electrofishing survey. The largest Bluegill collected was 7.4 inches, well below the desired target of 8 inches. Mean relative weight was also below the management target of 90. Given that competitors like Gizzard Shad and Common Carp have not been detected, it is unclear why Bluegill growth potential is suboptimal. One explanation may be that overharvest of breeding males is occurring, which generally leads to earlier maturation and reduced growth potential.

Largemouth Bass

Good

The Largemouth Bass population contains an abundance of small fish under 12 inches, although some larger fish are also present. The largest bass captured during the 2025 survey was 5.4 lbs.

Channel Catfish

Good

Given the small size of Lost Lake, it is unlikely that Channel Catfish recruit naturally. Therefore, Channel Catfish have been stocked annually since 2020. Ten catfish were collected during the 2025 electrofishing survey, ranging in length from 10.4 to 18.9 inches. Although catfish in the sample were all relatively small, anglers often prefer these fish for harvest. Thus, anglers can expect good opportunities to harvest eater-size catfish in the 1-2 lb. range.

Black Crappie

Good

During the 2025 electrofishing survey, 14 Black Crappie were collected, ranging in length from 6.1-10.6 inches. Anglers should expect good angling opportunities for Black Crappie in the 9-11 inch range.

Redear Sunfish

Average

Redear were collected at a rate of 116/hour during the 2025 electrofishing survey. The largest Redear collected was 8.4 inches, well below the desired target of 9 inches.